North Tyneside vs Wylam — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

North Tyneside

NE30 · North Tyneside

198

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting51
  • Anti-social behaviour49
  • Violence & sexual offences41

Wylam

NE41 · Northumberland

18

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Shoplifting5
  • Violence & sexual offences3

Wylam has less crime — 18 vs 198 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in April 2026 — 198 incidents compared to 18, a 11.0x difference. North Tyneside 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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Frequently asked questions

Is North Tyneside or Wylam safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 18 vs 198 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Wylam is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between North Tyneside and Wylam?

In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Wylam's was Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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