Based on April 2026 Police data, Denwick (NE66) recorded the lowest crime rate in Northumberland, with 0 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Blyth (NE24) recorded 352 crimes in the same period. The 21 postcode areas analysed in Northumberland span both ends of the spectrum — some well below and others well above the national crime benchmark.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Denwick (NE66) is the safest area in Northumberland, recording 0 crimes — 100% fewer than the average across the 21 areas analysed. was the most common crime type even in this safest area.
Blyth (NE24) recorded the most crime in Northumberland in April 2026, with 352 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.
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