Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 85 vs 197 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 197 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while South Tyneside has more Anti-social behaviour (43). North Tyneside is below the national average while South Tyneside 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 South Tyneside — 85 vs 197 incidents. That is 57% 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 while South Tyneside had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 197).