Blyth vs Durham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blyth

NE23 · Northumberland

194

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting22

Durham

DH1 · County Durham

359

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences96
  • Shoplifting68
  • Anti-social behaviour60

Blyth has less crime — 194 vs 359 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Durham recorded notably higher crime than Blyth in April 2026 — 359 vs 194 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blyth or Durham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Blyth recorded fewer crimes than Durham — 194 vs 359 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Durham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Blyth and Durham?

In April 2026, Blyth's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents) while Durham's was Violence & sexual offences (96 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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