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

NE35 · South Tyneside

127

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Shoplifting22
  • Anti-social behaviour21

South Tyneside has less crime — 127 vs 194 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Blyth recorded notably higher crime than South Tyneside in April 2026 — 194 vs 127 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 127 vs 194 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes.

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 (36 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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