How many points are needed to avoid Premier League relegation? The stats are in Newcastle United's favour

Eight points from eight games – Newcastle United, at this stage, look on course to hit the traditional Premier League safety target of a point per game (38).

But does that figure ring true?

We’ve looked at every season since the top flight went from 22 to 20 teams in 1995/96 and ranked how many points would have secured safety.

17. 2012/13 - 36

Wigan Athletic went with 36 in 2013 with Sunderland staying in the division with a healthy 39. | Getty Images Photo: AFP

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18. 1995/96 - 38

Southampton stayed in the Premier League in May 1996 but by the skin of their teeth. The Saints were ahead of relegated Manchester City (38) on goal difference. | Getty Images Photo: Ross Kinnaird

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19. 2006/07 - 38

Wigan Athletic stayed in the Premier League on goal difference, as the ended the season tied with Sheffield United (38). | Getty Images Photo: Richard Heathcote

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20. 2015/16 - 37

Sunderland's late season form ensured Newcastle United were binned to the second tier. Rafa Benitez's end of season revival saw United get 37, but SAFC won through on 39. | Getty Images Photo: Stu Forster

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