Bellingham vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bellingham

NE48 · Northumberland

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Sunderland

SR6 · Sunderland

37

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Burglary6

Bellingham has less crime — 1 vs 37 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland recorded substantially more crime than Bellingham in February 2026 — 37 incidents compared to 1, a 37.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bellingham or Sunderland safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bellingham recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 1 vs 37 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Bellingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bellingham and Sunderland?

In February 2026, Bellingham's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) while Sunderland's was Violence & sexual offences (13 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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