Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE3 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
181
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
NE11 · Gateshead
78
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Wickham and Dunston has less crime — 78 vs 181 incidents in April 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded notably higher crime than Wickham and Dunston in April 2026 — 181 vs 78 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle Upon Tyne sees higher rates of Public order (22), while Wickham and Dunston has more Burglary (7). 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, Wickham and Dunston recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 78 vs 181 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Wickham and Dunston 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 Wickham and Dunston had more Burglary. Overall, Wickham and Dunston recorded fewer total crimes (78 vs 181).