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

NE36 · South Tyneside

73

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Shoplifting12

South Tyneside has less crime — 73 vs 126 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Longbenton recorded notably higher crime than South Tyneside in April 2026 — 126 vs 73 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Longbenton — 73 vs 126 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.

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 (19 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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