Middlesbrough vs Middlesbrough — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Middlesbrough

TS1 · Middlesbrough

873

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences305
  • Anti-social behaviour122
  • Shoplifting92

Middlesbrough

TS4 · Middlesbrough

684

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences223
  • Shoplifting102
  • Anti-social behaviour84

Middlesbrough has less crime — 684 vs 873 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Middlesbrough saw somewhat more crime than Middlesbrough in April 2026 (873 vs 684 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Middlesbrough records significantly more (305 vs 223 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Middlesbrough or Middlesbrough safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Middlesbrough recorded fewer crimes than Middlesbrough — 684 vs 873 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Middlesbrough is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Middlesbrough and Middlesbrough?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Middlesbrough recorded 305 incidents of this type vs 223 in Middlesbrough. Overall, Middlesbrough had fewer total crimes (684 vs 873).

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