Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE28 · North Tyneside
175
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wansbeck has less crime — 87 vs 175 incidents in February 2026.
North Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in February 2026 — 175 vs 87 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Public order (16), while Wansbeck has more Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 87 vs 175 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Wansbeck is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Tyneside saw higher rates of Public order while Wansbeck had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wansbeck recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 175).