Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE4 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
397
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE41 · Northumberland
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 8 vs 397 incidents in February 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in February 2026 — 397 incidents compared to 8, a 49.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle Upon Tyne sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (77) and Shoplifting (48), while Wylam has more Vehicle crime (3) and Burglary (2). Newcastle Upon Tyne sits above the national average for recorded crime while Wylam is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 8 vs 397 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Wylam 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 Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Wylam had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, Wylam recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 397).