Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE8 · Gateshead
348
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE28 · North Tyneside
175
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 175 vs 348 incidents in February 2026.
Gateshead recorded notably higher crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 348 vs 175 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gateshead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24), while North Tyneside has more Public order (16). 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, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 175 vs 348 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Gateshead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Gateshead saw higher rates of Shoplifting while North Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (175 vs 348).