Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE10 · Gateshead
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 85 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Gateshead recorded notably higher crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 132 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gateshead sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (26) and Other crime (9), while North Tyneside has more Shoplifting (18) and Burglary (9). 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, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 85 vs 132 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Gateshead saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other crime while North Tyneside had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 132).