North Tyneside vs Washington — 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

Washington

NE38 · Sunderland

154

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences43
  • Anti-social behaviour39
  • Shoplifting19

Washington has less crime — 154 vs 198 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Washington in April 2026 (198 vs 154 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 Washington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Washington recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 154 vs 198 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, North Tyneside's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Washington's was Violence & sexual offences (43 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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