Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR5 · Sunderland
236
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE28 · North Tyneside
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Castletown has less crime — 236 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.
North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Castletown in April 2026 (299 vs 236 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castletown sees higher rates of Shoplifting (48), while North Tyneside has more Criminal damage & arson (30). 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, Castletown recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 236 vs 299 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Castletown saw higher rates of Shoplifting while North Tyneside had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Castletown recorded fewer total crimes (236 vs 299).