Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 85 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 (101 vs 85 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Tyneside sees higher rates of Burglary (9), while South Tyneside has more Public order (16). 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, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 85 vs 101 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Tyneside saw higher rates of Burglary while South Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 101).