Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE3 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
168
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wansbeck has less crime — 87 vs 168 incidents in February 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in February 2026 — 168 vs 87 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle Upon Tyne sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (18), while Wansbeck has more Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 87 vs 168 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Wansbeck is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newcastle Upon Tyne saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Wansbeck had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wansbeck recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 168).