Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL9 · North Yorkshire
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH9 · County Durham
179
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Colburn has less crime — 45 vs 179 incidents in February 2026.
Stanley recorded substantially more crime than Colburn in February 2026 — 179 incidents compared to 45, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colburn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Stanley has more Criminal damage & arson (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Colburn recorded fewer crimes than Stanley — 45 vs 179 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Colburn is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Colburn saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Stanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Colburn recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 179).