Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH7 · County Durham
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE33 · South Tyneside
283
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Esh has less crime — 21 vs 283 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Esh in February 2026 — 283 incidents compared to 21, a 13.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Esh sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (42). Esh is below the national average while South Tyneside is above, making Esh the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Esh recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 21 vs 283 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Esh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Esh saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, Esh recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 283).