Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE4 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
467
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DH9 · County Durham
224
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Stanley has less crime — 224 vs 467 incidents in March 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded notably higher crime than Stanley in March 2026 — 467 vs 224 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle Upon Tyne sees higher rates of Burglary (32), while Stanley has more Shoplifting (32). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Stanley recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 224 vs 467 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Newcastle Upon Tyne is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Newcastle Upon Tyne saw higher rates of Burglary while Stanley had more Shoplifting. Overall, Stanley recorded fewer total crimes (224 vs 467).