Stockton-on-Tees vs Thornaby — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 · Stockton-on-Tees

394

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences118
  • Shoplifting60
  • Anti-social behaviour59

Thornaby

TS17 · Stockton-on-Tees

203

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting63
  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Anti-social behaviour31

Thornaby has less crime — 203 vs 394 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stockton-on-Tees recorded notably higher crime than Thornaby in April 2026 — 394 vs 203 incidents. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stockton-on-Tees or Thornaby safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Thornaby recorded fewer crimes than Stockton-on-Tees — 203 vs 394 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Stockton-on-Tees is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Stockton-on-Tees and Thornaby?

In April 2026, Stockton-on-Tees's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (118 incidents) while Thornaby's was Shoplifting (63 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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