Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE37 · Sunderland
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
South Tyneside has less crime — 101 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
Washington saw somewhat more crime than South Tyneside in February 2026 (134 vs 101 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: South Tyneside sees higher rates of Public order (16), while Washington has more Anti-social behaviour (18). 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, South Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 101 vs 134 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. South Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, South Tyneside saw higher rates of Public order while Washington had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, South Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 134).