North Tyneside vs Wansbeck — 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

Wansbeck

NE22 · Northumberland

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting16

Wansbeck has less crime — 129 vs 198 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in April 2026 — 198 vs 129 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 Wansbeck safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 129 vs 198 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Wansbeck's was Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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