Longbenton vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Longbenton

NE12 · North Tyneside

126

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Shoplifting24
  • Violence & sexual offences21

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 126 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Longbenton and North Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 126 and 116 incidents respectively. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Longbenton or North Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Longbenton — 116 vs 126 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Longbenton and North Tyneside?

In April 2026, Longbenton's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (38 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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