Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE9 · Gateshead
229
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 197 vs 229 incidents in February 2026.
Gateshead saw somewhat more crime than South Tyneside in February 2026 (229 vs 197 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gateshead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (54), while South Tyneside has more Burglary (18). 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 February 2026 Police data, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 197 vs 229 incidents. That is 14% 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 South Tyneside had more Burglary. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (197 vs 229).