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

SR2 · Sunderland

147

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Shoplifting21

Sunderland has less crime — 147 vs 198 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Sunderland in April 2026 (198 vs 147 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is North Tyneside or Sunderland safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 147 vs 198 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. North Tyneside 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 (39 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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