Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SR8 · County Durham
277
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 85 vs 277 incidents in February 2026.
Peterlee recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 277 incidents compared to 85, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18) and Burglary (9), while Peterlee has more Anti-social behaviour (46) and Criminal damage & arson (33). North Tyneside is below the national average while Peterlee is above, making North Tyneside the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 85 vs 277 incidents. That is 69% 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 Shoplifting and Burglary while Peterlee had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 277).