Bellingham vs Newcastle Upon Tyne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bellingham

NE48 · Northumberland

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE3 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

168

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Vehicle crime18

Bellingham has less crime — 1 vs 168 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded substantially more crime than Bellingham in February 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 1, a 168.0x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bellingham or Newcastle Upon Tyne safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bellingham recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 1 vs 168 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Bellingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bellingham and Newcastle Upon Tyne?

In February 2026, Bellingham's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) while Newcastle Upon Tyne's was Violence & sexual offences (56 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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