Longbenton vs South 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

South Tyneside

NE32 · South Tyneside

226

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences73
  • Shoplifting44
  • Anti-social behaviour37

Longbenton has less crime — 126 vs 226 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Longbenton in April 2026 — 226 vs 126 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 South Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Longbenton recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 126 vs 226 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Longbenton's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) while South Tyneside's was Violence & sexual offences (73 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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