Middlesbrough vs Middlesbrough — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Middlesbrough

TS3 · Middlesbrough

646

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences239
  • Shoplifting81
  • Criminal damage & arson74

Middlesbrough

TS7 · Middlesbrough

98

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences34
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Criminal damage & arson9

Middlesbrough has less crime — 98 vs 646 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Middlesbrough recorded substantially more crime than Middlesbrough in April 2026 — 646 incidents compared to 98, a 6.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Middlesbrough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (81), while Middlesbrough has more Anti-social behaviour (32). Middlesbrough sits above the national average for recorded crime while Middlesbrough is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Middlesbrough or Middlesbrough safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Middlesbrough recorded fewer crimes than Middlesbrough — 98 vs 646 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Middlesbrough is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Middlesbrough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Middlesbrough had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Middlesbrough recorded fewer total crimes (98 vs 646).

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