North Tyneside vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

North Tyneside

NE29 · North Tyneside

314

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences106
  • Anti-social behaviour68
  • Shoplifting46

Sunderland

SR1 · Sunderland

366

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Anti-social behaviour95
  • Shoplifting42

North Tyneside has less crime — 314 vs 366 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland saw somewhat more crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 (366 vs 314 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Sunderland records significantly more (134 vs 106 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is North Tyneside or Sunderland safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 314 vs 366 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Sunderland is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between North Tyneside and Sunderland?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, North Tyneside recorded 106 incidents of this type vs 134 in Sunderland. Overall, North Tyneside had fewer total crimes (314 vs 366).

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