Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE3 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
181
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
NE42 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Prudhoe has less crime — 80 vs 181 incidents in April 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded notably higher crime than Prudhoe in April 2026 — 181 vs 80 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle Upon Tyne sees higher rates of Public order (22), while Prudhoe has more Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Prudhoe recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 80 vs 181 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Prudhoe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newcastle Upon Tyne saw higher rates of Public order while Prudhoe had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Prudhoe recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 181).