Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH8 · County Durham
221
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE30 · North Tyneside
198
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 198 vs 221 incidents in April 2026.
Burnhope and North Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 221 and 198 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burnhope sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (30), while North Tyneside has more Shoplifting (51). 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 April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Burnhope — 198 vs 221 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Burnhope is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burnhope saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while North Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (198 vs 221).