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

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

Houghton-le-Spring

SR3 · Sunderland

226

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Criminal damage & arson30

North Tyneside

NE28 · North Tyneside

299

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences91
  • Anti-social behaviour76
  • Criminal damage & arson30

Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 226 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Houghton-le-Spring in April 2026 (299 vs 226 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though North Tyneside records significantly more (91 vs 67 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton-le-Spring or North Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 226 vs 299 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring recorded 67 incidents of this type vs 91 in North Tyneside. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring had fewer total crimes (226 vs 299).

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