North Tyneside vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

North Tyneside

NE30 · North Tyneside

198

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting51
  • Anti-social behaviour49
  • Violence & sexual offences41

Sunderland

SR1 · Sunderland

556

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences143
  • Anti-social behaviour118
  • Shoplifting76

North Tyneside has less crime — 198 vs 556 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 — 556 incidents compared to 198, a 2.8x difference. 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 April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 198 vs 556 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Sunderland is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Sunderland's was Violence & sexual offences (143 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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