Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH1 · County Durham
359
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE33 · South Tyneside
404
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Durham has less crime — 359 vs 404 incidents in April 2026.
Durham and South Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 359 and 404 incidents respectively. 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, Durham recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 359 vs 404 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.
In April 2026, Durham's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (96 incidents) while South Tyneside's was Anti-social behaviour (102 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.