Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
290
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hexham has less crime — 80 vs 290 incidents in April 2026.
South Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Hexham in April 2026 — 290 incidents compared to 80, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (42). Hexham is below the national average while South Tyneside is above, making Hexham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 80 vs 290 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Hexham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hexham saw higher rates of Public order while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 290).