Crime in Gateshead — 2026 Statistics

Police data for Gateshead shows 994 crimes recorded across 9 areas in February 2026. Below are the top areas by crime volume — click any area to see a full breakdown.

Crime by area in Gateshead

Area Postcode Total crimes
Saltwell NE8 348
Saltwell NE9 229
Windy Nook and Whitehills NE10 132
Winlaton and High Spen NE21 98
Ryton, Crookhill and Stella NE40 61
Lobley Hill and Bensham NE11 56
Northumberland NE17 25
Annfield Plain & Tanfield NE16 23
Winlaton and High Spen NE39 22

All Gateshead postcode areas

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