Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE28 · North Tyneside
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE32 · South Tyneside
226
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 226 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.
North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than South Tyneside in April 2026 (299 vs 226 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (30), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (44). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 226 vs 299 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, North Tyneside saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (226 vs 299).