Middlesbrough vs Stainton — 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

Stainton

TS8 · Middlesbrough

207

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Anti-social behaviour39
  • Shoplifting32

Stainton has less crime — 207 vs 445 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Middlesbrough recorded notably higher crime than Stainton in February 2026 — 445 vs 207 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Middlesbrough records significantly more (131 vs 60 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 Stainton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Stainton recorded fewer crimes than Middlesbrough — 207 vs 445 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Middlesbrough is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Middlesbrough recorded 131 incidents of this type vs 60 in Stainton. Overall, Stainton had fewer total crimes (207 vs 445).

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