Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE31 · South Tyneside
149
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wansbeck has less crime — 87 vs 149 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in February 2026 — 149 vs 87 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Public order (10), while Wansbeck has more Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 87 vs 149 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Wansbeck is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, South Tyneside saw higher rates of Public order while Wansbeck had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wansbeck recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 149).