Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR7 · County Durham
122
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dalton-le-Dale has less crime — 122 vs 197 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Dalton-le-Dale in February 2026 — 197 vs 122 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dalton-le-Dale sees higher rates of Shoplifting (32) and Criminal damage & arson (20), while South Tyneside has more Anti-social behaviour (43) and Burglary (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dalton-le-Dale recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 122 vs 197 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dalton-le-Dale saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while South Tyneside had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Dalton-le-Dale recorded fewer total crimes (122 vs 197).