Brunswick vs Houghton-le-Spring — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brunswick

NE13 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Shoplifting7

Houghton-le-Spring

DH4 · Sunderland

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Brunswick has less crime — 37 vs 143 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring recorded substantially more crime than Brunswick in April 2026 — 143 incidents compared to 37, a 3.9x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brunswick or Houghton-le-Spring safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 37 vs 143 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Brunswick recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 32 in Houghton-le-Spring. Overall, Brunswick had fewer total crimes (37 vs 143).

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