Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR4 · Sunderland
213
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 197 vs 213 incidents in February 2026.
Houghton-le-Spring and South Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 213 and 197 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20), while South Tyneside has more Burglary (18). 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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Based on February 2026 Police data, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 197 vs 213 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Houghton-le-Spring is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Shoplifting while South Tyneside had more Burglary. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (197 vs 213).