Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE26 · North Tyneside
116
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
NE41 · Northumberland
18
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 18 vs 116 incidents in April 2026.
North Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in April 2026 — 116 incidents compared to 18, a 6.4x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 18 vs 116 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Wylam is also below the national average for crime.
In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (38 incidents) while Wylam's was Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.