Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wansbeck has less crime — 87 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Wansbeck in February 2026 (101 vs 87 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Public order (16), while Wansbeck has more Anti-social behaviour (19). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 87 vs 101 incidents. That is 14% 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 Public order while Wansbeck had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Wansbeck recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 101).