Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE26 · North Tyneside
84
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE42 · Northumberland
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Prudhoe has less crime — 45 vs 84 incidents in February 2026.
North Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Prudhoe in February 2026 — 84 vs 45 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while Prudhoe has more Drugs (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Prudhoe recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 45 vs 84 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Prudhoe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Tyneside saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Prudhoe had more Drugs. Overall, Prudhoe recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 84).