Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE28 · North Tyneside
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
290
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 290 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.
North Tyneside and South Tyneside recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 299 and 290 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (30), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (42). 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 — 290 vs 299 incidents. That is 3% 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 (290 vs 299).