Burnhope vs Shildon — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Burnhope

DH8 · County Durham

221

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour64
  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Criminal damage & arson30

Shildon

DL4 · County Durham

140

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Criminal damage & arson24

Shildon has less crime — 140 vs 221 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Burnhope recorded notably higher crime than Shildon in April 2026 — 221 vs 140 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burnhope or Shildon safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Shildon recorded fewer crimes than Burnhope — 140 vs 221 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Burnhope is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Burnhope and Shildon?

In April 2026, Burnhope's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (64 incidents) while Shildon's was Violence & sexual offences (52 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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