Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH1 · County Durham
353
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
NE8 · Gateshead
378
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Durham has less crime — 353 vs 378 incidents in March 2026.
Durham and Gateshead recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 353 and 378 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Durham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (44), while Gateshead has more Public order (27). 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 March 2026 Police data, Durham recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 353 vs 378 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Gateshead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Durham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Gateshead had more Public order. Overall, Durham recorded fewer total crimes (353 vs 378).