Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE24 · Northumberland
352
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
DH8 · County Durham
221
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Burnhope has less crime — 221 vs 352 incidents in April 2026.
Blyth recorded notably higher crime than Burnhope in April 2026 — 352 vs 221 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blyth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (77), while Burnhope has more Criminal damage & arson (30). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Burnhope recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 221 vs 352 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Blyth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blyth saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Burnhope had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Burnhope recorded fewer total crimes (221 vs 352).