Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR8 · County Durham
334
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE31 · South Tyneside
167
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 167 vs 334 incidents in April 2026.
Peterlee recorded notably higher crime than South Tyneside in April 2026 — 334 vs 167 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Peterlee sees higher rates of Shoplifting (67) and Criminal damage & arson (42), while South Tyneside has more Anti-social behaviour (42) and Burglary (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 167 vs 334 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Peterlee is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Peterlee saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while South Tyneside had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (167 vs 334).