Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE33 · South Tyneside
404
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Washington has less crime — 253 vs 404 incidents in April 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Washington in April 2026 — 404 vs 253 incidents. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Washington recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 253 vs 404 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.
In April 2026, South Tyneside's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (102 incidents) while Washington's was Violence & sexual offences (73 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.