Middlesbrough vs Stockton-on-Tees — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Middlesbrough

TS5 · Middlesbrough

451

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting149
  • Violence & sexual offences92
  • Anti-social behaviour69

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 · Stockton-on-Tees

394

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences118
  • Shoplifting60
  • Anti-social behaviour59

Stockton-on-Tees has less crime — 394 vs 451 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 451 and 394 incidents respectively. 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 Stockton-on-Tees safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stockton-on-Tees recorded fewer crimes than Middlesbrough — 394 vs 451 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Middlesbrough is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees?

In April 2026, Middlesbrough's top crime category was Shoplifting (149 incidents) while Stockton-on-Tees's was Violence & sexual offences (118 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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