Middlesbrough vs Redcar — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Middlesbrough

TS4 · Middlesbrough

568

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences185
  • Criminal damage & arson80
  • Anti-social behaviour79

Redcar

TS10 · Redcar and Cleveland

291

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences106
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Criminal damage & arson36

Redcar has less crime — 291 vs 568 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Middlesbrough recorded notably higher crime than Redcar in February 2026 — 568 vs 291 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Middlesbrough records significantly more (185 vs 106 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 Middlesbrough or Redcar safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Redcar recorded fewer crimes than Middlesbrough — 291 vs 568 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Middlesbrough is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Middlesbrough and Redcar?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Middlesbrough recorded 185 incidents of this type vs 106 in Redcar. Overall, Redcar had fewer total crimes (291 vs 568).

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