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

NE38 · Sunderland

154

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences43
  • Anti-social behaviour39
  • Shoplifting19

Washington has less crime — 154 vs 194 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Blyth saw somewhat more crime than Washington in April 2026 (194 vs 154 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, Washington recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 154 vs 194 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes.

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 (43 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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