Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH5 · Sunderland
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Hetton has less crime — 59 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Hetton in February 2026 — 101 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hetton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14), while South Tyneside has more Shoplifting (14). 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, Hetton recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 59 vs 101 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Hetton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hetton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while South Tyneside had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hetton recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 101).