Is Newcastle Central Safe?
Crime statistics for Newcastle Central. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 10,940 total crimes recorded in Newcastle Central
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Newcastle Central — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Newcastle Central
Safest Areas Near Newcastle Central
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Newcastle Central by safety score
Compare Newcastle Central With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newcastle Central safe?
Newcastle Central has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 10,940 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Newcastle Central are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Newcastle Central in the last 12 months?
10,940 crimes were recorded in Newcastle Central in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 0.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (11,042 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 3,140 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Newcastle Central?
The most common crime in Newcastle Central is Violent Crime, with 3,140 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 28.7% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Newcastle Central increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Newcastle Central is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.9% — from 11,042 crimes in the previous 12 months to 10,940 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Newcastle Central?
Newcastle Central has a safety score of 7 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Newcastle Central compare to the Northumbria Police average?
Newcastle Central has a safety score of 7/100, while the Northumbria Police force area average is 11/100. Newcastle Central is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Newcastle Central?
16.1% of crimes recorded in Newcastle Central resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Northumbria Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Newcastle Central?
3,140 violent crimes were recorded in Newcastle Central in the last 12 months — representing 28.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 2,566 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Newcastle Central last updated?
The crime data for Newcastle Central was last updated in May 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Newcastle Central with other areas?
You can compare Newcastle Central with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.