North Tyneside vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

North Tyneside

NE26 · North Tyneside

116

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting38
  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences19

Sunderland

SR6 · Sunderland

95

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Shoplifting17

Sunderland has less crime — 95 vs 116 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Sunderland in April 2026 (116 vs 95 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 Sunderland safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 95 vs 116 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Sunderland is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (38 incidents) while Sunderland's was Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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