Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH5 · Sunderland
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE33 · South Tyneside
283
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hetton has less crime — 59 vs 283 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Hetton in February 2026 — 283 incidents compared to 59, a 4.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hetton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (42). Hetton is below the national average while South Tyneside is above, making Hetton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hetton recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 59 vs 283 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Hetton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hetton saw higher rates of Public order while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hetton recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 283).