Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE26 · North Tyneside
84
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 84 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 (101 vs 84 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (18), while South Tyneside has more Public order (16). 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, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 84 vs 101 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Tyneside saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while South Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (84 vs 101).