Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
438
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE1 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
859
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Byker has less crime — 438 vs 859 incidents in February 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded notably higher crime than Byker in February 2026 — 859 vs 438 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, Byker recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 438 vs 859 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Newcastle Upon Tyne is above the national average.
In February 2026, Byker's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (134 incidents) while Newcastle Upon Tyne's was Violence & sexual offences (254 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.