Blaydon vs Houghton-le-Spring — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blaydon

NE21 · Gateshead

88

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Shoplifting15
  • Violence & sexual offences15

Houghton-le-Spring

DH4 · Sunderland

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting21
  • Anti-social behaviour20

Blaydon has less crime — 88 vs 143 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in April 2026 — 143 vs 88 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blaydon or Houghton-le-Spring safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 88 vs 143 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blaydon and Houghton-le-Spring?

In April 2026, Blaydon's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (27 incidents) while Houghton-le-Spring's was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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