Houghton-le-Spring vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Houghton-le-Spring

DH4 · Sunderland

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting21
  • Anti-social behaviour20

North Tyneside

NE26 · North Tyneside

116

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting38
  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences19

North Tyneside has less crime — 116 vs 143 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring saw somewhat more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 (143 vs 116 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton-le-Spring or North Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 116 vs 143 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Houghton-le-Spring and North Tyneside?

In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (38 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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