Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TS26 · Hartlepool
598
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
TS15 · Stockton-on-Tees
243
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Kirklevington has less crime — 243 vs 598 incidents in February 2026.
Hartlepool recorded notably higher crime than Kirklevington in February 2026 — 598 vs 243 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hartlepool sees higher rates of Shoplifting (101) and Anti-social behaviour (70), while Kirklevington has more Other theft (9) and Vehicle crime (2). 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, Kirklevington recorded fewer crimes than Hartlepool — 243 vs 598 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Hartlepool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hartlepool saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Kirklevington had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Kirklevington recorded fewer total crimes (243 vs 598).