Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE36 · South Tyneside
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH9 · County Durham
179
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 68 vs 179 incidents in February 2026.
Stanley recorded substantially more crime than South Tyneside in February 2026 — 179 incidents compared to 68, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15), while Stanley has more Criminal damage & arson (26). 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 Stanley — 68 vs 179 incidents. That is 62% 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 Shoplifting while Stanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 179).