Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SR2 · Sunderland
109
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 101 vs 109 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside and Sunderland recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 101 and 109 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Public order (16) and Shoplifting (14), while Sunderland has more Anti-social behaviour (11) and Burglary (9). 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 101 vs 109 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. South Tyneside 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 and Shoplifting while Sunderland had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 109).