Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE40 · Gateshead
61
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE31 · South Tyneside
149
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Blaydon has less crime — 61 vs 149 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 149 vs 61 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), while South Tyneside has more Public order (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 61 vs 149 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blaydon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while South Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (61 vs 149).