Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE49 · Northumberland
15
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE4 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
397
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Haltwhistle has less crime — 15 vs 397 incidents in February 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded substantially more crime than Haltwhistle in February 2026 — 397 incidents compared to 15, a 26.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haltwhistle sees higher rates of Burglary (3) and Public order (3), while Newcastle Upon Tyne has more Anti-social behaviour (77) and Shoplifting (48). Haltwhistle is below the national average while Newcastle Upon Tyne is above, making Haltwhistle the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Haltwhistle recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 15 vs 397 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Haltwhistle is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Haltwhistle saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Newcastle Upon Tyne had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Haltwhistle recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 397).