Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE11 · Gateshead
56
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wickham and Dunston has less crime — 56 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Wickham and Dunston in February 2026 — 101 vs 56 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Public order (16) and Shoplifting (14), while Wickham and Dunston has more Anti-social behaviour (9) and Other theft (5). 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, Wickham and Dunston recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 56 vs 101 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Wickham and Dunston 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 Wickham and Dunston had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Wickham and Dunston recorded fewer total crimes (56 vs 101).