Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE24 · Northumberland
199
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 197 vs 199 incidents in February 2026.
Blyth and South Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 199 and 197 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blyth sees higher rates of Public order (15), while South Tyneside has more Burglary (18). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 197 vs 199 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Blyth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blyth saw higher rates of Public order while South Tyneside had more Burglary. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (197 vs 199).