Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE21 · Gateshead
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE24 · Northumberland
199
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Blaydon has less crime — 98 vs 199 incidents in February 2026.
Blyth recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 199 vs 98 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Blyth has more Public order (15). Blaydon is below the national average while Blyth is above, making Blaydon the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 98 vs 199 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blaydon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Blyth had more Public order. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (98 vs 199).