Blyth vs Washington — 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

Washington

NE37 · Sunderland

253

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences73
  • Anti-social behaviour53
  • Shoplifting41

Blyth has less crime — 194 vs 253 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Washington saw somewhat more crime than Blyth in April 2026 (253 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 Washington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Blyth recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 194 vs 253 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes. Washington is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Blyth's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents) while Washington's was Violence & sexual offences (73 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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