Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR5 · Sunderland
236
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SR8 · County Durham
334
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Castletown has less crime — 236 vs 334 incidents in April 2026.
Peterlee saw somewhat more crime than Castletown in April 2026 (334 vs 236 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castletown sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (34), while Peterlee has more Criminal damage & arson (42). 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, Castletown recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 236 vs 334 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Peterlee is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Castletown saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Peterlee had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Castletown recorded fewer total crimes (236 vs 334).