South Tyneside vs Wansbeck — Crime Comparison 2026

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

South Tyneside

NE34 · South Tyneside

290

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Anti-social behaviour53
  • Shoplifting42

Wansbeck

NE22 · Northumberland

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting16

Wansbeck has less crime — 129 vs 290 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in April 2026 — 290 vs 129 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is South Tyneside or Wansbeck safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 129 vs 290 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between South Tyneside and Wansbeck?

In April 2026, South Tyneside's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (84 incidents) while Wansbeck's was Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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