Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE36 · South Tyneside
73
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 73 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.
Hexham and South Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 80 and 73 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Hexham — 73 vs 80 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. South Tyneside 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (73 vs 80).