Longbenton vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Longbenton

NE12 · North Tyneside

108

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Shoplifting12

North Tyneside

NE30 · North Tyneside

125

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting30
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Violence & sexual offences28

Longbenton has less crime — 108 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Longbenton in February 2026 (125 vs 108 incidents). 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 February 2026 Police data, Longbenton recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 108 vs 125 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes.

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

In February 2026, Longbenton's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (39 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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