Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
438
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE5 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
221
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Newburn has less crime — 221 vs 438 incidents in February 2026.
Byker recorded notably higher crime than Newburn in February 2026 — 438 vs 221 incidents. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Newburn recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 221 vs 438 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.
In February 2026, Byker's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (134 incidents) while Newburn's was Violence & sexual offences (69 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.