Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR5 · Sunderland
236
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE33 · South Tyneside
404
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Castletown has less crime — 236 vs 404 incidents in April 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Castletown in April 2026 — 404 vs 236 incidents. 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 South Tyneside — 236 vs 404 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.
In April 2026, Castletown's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (68 incidents) while South Tyneside's was Anti-social behaviour (102 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.