Brunswick vs Washington — 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

Washington

NE38 · Sunderland

154

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Brunswick has less crime — 37 vs 154 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Washington recorded substantially more crime than Brunswick in April 2026 — 154 incidents compared to 37, a 4.2x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Washington records significantly more (43 vs 12 incidents). 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 Washington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 37 vs 154 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Brunswick recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 43 in Washington. Overall, Brunswick had fewer total crimes (37 vs 154).

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