Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL12 · County Durham
6
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DH6 · County Durham
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Cotherstone has less crime — 6 vs 9 incidents in April 2026.
Shadforth recorded notably higher crime than Cotherstone in April 2026 — 9 vs 6 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cotherstone sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Shadforth has more Anti-social behaviour (3) and Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cotherstone recorded fewer crimes than Shadforth — 6 vs 9 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Cotherstone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cotherstone saw higher rates of Public order while Shadforth had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cotherstone recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 9).