Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE31 · South Tyneside
167
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 167 vs 253 incidents in April 2026.
Washington recorded notably higher crime than South Tyneside in April 2026 — 253 vs 167 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Burglary (10), while Washington has more Shoplifting (41). 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 Washington — 167 vs 253 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Washington is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, South Tyneside saw higher rates of Burglary while Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (167 vs 253).