Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE36 · South Tyneside
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 68 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than South Tyneside in February 2026 (85 vs 68 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Burglary (9), while South Tyneside has more Anti-social behaviour (5). 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 68 vs 85 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. South 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 Burglary while South Tyneside had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 85).