Middlesbrough vs Redcar — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Middlesbrough

TS2 · Middlesbrough

445

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences131
  • Anti-social behaviour81
  • Shoplifting57

Redcar

TS6 · Redcar and Cleveland

379

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences99
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Shoplifting51

Redcar has less crime — 379 vs 445 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Middlesbrough saw somewhat more crime than Redcar in February 2026 (445 vs 379 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Middlesbrough records significantly more (131 vs 99 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 Redcar safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Redcar recorded fewer crimes than Middlesbrough — 379 vs 445 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Middlesbrough is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Middlesbrough recorded 131 incidents of this type vs 99 in Redcar. Overall, Redcar had fewer total crimes (379 vs 445).

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