Chester-le-Street vs Gateshead — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Chester-le-Street

DH2 · County Durham

185

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

Violence & sexual offences63
Criminal damage & arson41
Anti-social behaviour30

Gateshead

NE10 · Gateshead

160

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

Violence & sexual offences60
Anti-social behaviour29
Criminal damage & arson19

Gateshead has less crime — 160 vs 185 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Chester-le-Street saw somewhat more crime than Gateshead in March 2026 (185 vs 160 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chester-le-Street or Gateshead safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Gateshead recorded fewer crimes than Chester-le-Street — 160 vs 185 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Chester-le-Street and Gateshead?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Chester-le-Street recorded 63 incidents of this type vs 60 in Gateshead. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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