Blyth vs South Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blyth

NE23 · Northumberland

194

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting22

South Tyneside

NE34 · South Tyneside

290

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Anti-social behaviour53
  • Shoplifting42

Blyth has less crime — 194 vs 290 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

South Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Blyth in April 2026 (290 vs 194 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blyth or South Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Blyth recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 194 vs 290 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Blyth and South Tyneside?

In April 2026, Blyth's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents) while South Tyneside's was Violence & sexual offences (84 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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