South Tyneside vs Wansbeck — Crime Comparison 2026

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

South Tyneside

NE35 · South Tyneside

127

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Shoplifting22
  • Anti-social behaviour21

Wansbeck

NE22 · Northumberland

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

South Tyneside has less crime — 127 vs 129 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

South Tyneside and Wansbeck recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 127 and 129 incidents respectively. 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Wansbeck — 127 vs 129 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes.

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 (36 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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