Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH8 · County Durham
221
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SR5 · Sunderland
236
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Burnhope has less crime — 221 vs 236 incidents in April 2026.
Burnhope and Castletown recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 221 and 236 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burnhope sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (30), while Castletown has more Shoplifting (48). 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 Castletown — 221 vs 236 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes. Castletown is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burnhope saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Castletown had more Shoplifting. Overall, Burnhope recorded fewer total crimes (221 vs 236).