Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE41 · Northumberland
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 8 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
North Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in February 2026 — 85 incidents compared to 8, a 10.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Wylam has more Vehicle crime (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 8 vs 85 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Wylam is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Tyneside saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wylam had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Wylam recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 85).