Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE42 · Northumberland
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE36 · South Tyneside
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Prudhoe has less crime — 45 vs 68 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Prudhoe in February 2026 — 68 vs 45 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Prudhoe sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (15). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Prudhoe recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 45 vs 68 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Prudhoe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Prudhoe saw higher rates of Drugs while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, Prudhoe recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 68).