Newburn vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newburn

NE15 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

117

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences40
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Shoplifting16

North Tyneside

NE30 · North Tyneside

125

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting30
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Violence & sexual offences28

Newburn has less crime — 117 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newburn and North Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 117 and 125 incidents respectively. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newburn or North Tyneside safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newburn recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 117 vs 125 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Newburn and North Tyneside?

In February 2026, Newburn's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (40 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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