Durham vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Durham

DH1 · County Durham

359

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences96
  • Shoplifting68
  • Anti-social behaviour60

North Tyneside

NE29 · North Tyneside

359

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Shoplifting79
  • Anti-social behaviour71

Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (359) in April 2026.

What the data shows

Durham and North Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 359 and 359 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Durham or North Tyneside safer?

Durham and North Tyneside recorded identical crime totals in April 2026 (359 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.

What are the main differences in crime between Durham and North Tyneside?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Durham recorded 96 incidents of this type vs 88 in North Tyneside. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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