Redcar vs Stockton-on-Tees — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Redcar

TS6 · Redcar and Cleveland

428

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Anti-social behaviour75
  • Criminal damage & arson63

Stockton-on-Tees

TS18 · Stockton-on-Tees

525

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences192
  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Criminal damage & arson56

Redcar has less crime — 428 vs 525 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stockton-on-Tees saw somewhat more crime than Redcar in April 2026 (525 vs 428 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Stockton-on-Tees records significantly more (192 vs 134 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Redcar or Stockton-on-Tees safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Redcar recorded fewer crimes than Stockton-on-Tees — 428 vs 525 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Stockton-on-Tees is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Redcar and Stockton-on-Tees?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Redcar recorded 134 incidents of this type vs 192 in Stockton-on-Tees. Overall, Redcar had fewer total crimes (428 vs 525).

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