Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE30 · North Tyneside
198
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 198 vs 253 incidents in April 2026.
Washington saw somewhat more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 (253 vs 198 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 198 vs 253 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Washington is above the national average.
In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Washington's was Violence & sexual offences (73 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.