Guisborough vs Stockton-on-Tees — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Guisborough

TS14 · Redcar and Cleveland

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour44
  • Violence & sexual offences37
  • Shoplifting18

Stockton-on-Tees

TS18 · Stockton-on-Tees

525

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences192
  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Criminal damage & arson56

Guisborough has less crime — 143 vs 525 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stockton-on-Tees recorded substantially more crime than Guisborough in April 2026 — 525 incidents compared to 143, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guisborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Stockton-on-Tees has more Criminal damage & arson (56). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Guisborough or Stockton-on-Tees safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Guisborough recorded fewer crimes than Stockton-on-Tees — 143 vs 525 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Stockton-on-Tees is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Guisborough and Stockton-on-Tees?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Guisborough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Stockton-on-Tees had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Guisborough recorded fewer total crimes (143 vs 525).

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