Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE39 · Gateshead
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE32 · South Tyneside
188
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Blaydon has less crime — 22 vs 188 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 188 incidents compared to 22, a 8.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Public order (3), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (20). 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, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 22 vs 188 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blaydon saw higher rates of Public order while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 188).