Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TS25 · Hartlepool
351
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
TS18 · Stockton-on-Tees
575
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hartlepool has less crime — 351 vs 575 incidents in February 2026.
Stockton-on-Tees recorded notably higher crime than Hartlepool in February 2026 — 575 vs 351 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hartlepool sees higher rates of Shoplifting (49) and Criminal damage & arson (44), while Stockton-on-Tees has more Anti-social behaviour (93) and Public order (47). 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, Hartlepool recorded fewer crimes than Stockton-on-Tees — 351 vs 575 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Stockton-on-Tees is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hartlepool saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Stockton-on-Tees had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Hartlepool recorded fewer total crimes (351 vs 575).