Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wansbeck has less crime — 87 vs 197 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in February 2026 — 197 vs 87 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Burglary (18), while Wansbeck has more Shoplifting (13). South Tyneside sits above the national average for recorded crime while Wansbeck is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 87 vs 197 incidents. That is 56% 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 Burglary while Wansbeck had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wansbeck recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 197).