North Tyneside vs Washington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

North Tyneside

NE25 · North Tyneside

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Shoplifting2
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Washington

NE38 · Sunderland

154

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences43
  • Anti-social behaviour39
  • Shoplifting19

North Tyneside has less crime — 12 vs 154 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Washington recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 — 154 incidents compared to 12, a 12.8x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Washington records significantly more (43 vs 5 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is North Tyneside or Washington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 12 vs 154 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between North Tyneside and Washington?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, North Tyneside recorded 5 incidents of this type vs 43 in Washington. Overall, North Tyneside had fewer total crimes (12 vs 154).

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