Bellingham vs Chester-le-Street — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bellingham

NE48 · Northumberland

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Chester-le-Street

DH2 · County Durham

161

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Anti-social behaviour36
  • Criminal damage & arson29

Bellingham has less crime — 2 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Chester-le-Street recorded substantially more crime than Bellingham in April 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 2, a 80.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bellingham sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Chester-le-Street has more Violence & sexual offences (49) and Criminal damage & arson (29). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bellingham or Chester-le-Street safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bellingham recorded fewer crimes than Chester-le-Street — 2 vs 161 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Bellingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bellingham and Chester-le-Street?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bellingham saw higher rates of Other theft while Chester-le-Street had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bellingham recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 161).

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