Durham vs Great Aycliffe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Durham

DH1 · County Durham

359

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences96
  • Shoplifting68
  • Anti-social behaviour60

Great Aycliffe

DL5 · County Durham

269

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences86
  • Anti-social behaviour75
  • Shoplifting32

Great Aycliffe has less crime — 269 vs 359 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Durham saw somewhat more crime than Great Aycliffe in April 2026 (359 vs 269 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Durham or Great Aycliffe safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Great Aycliffe recorded fewer crimes than Durham — 269 vs 359 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Durham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Durham and Great Aycliffe?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Durham recorded 96 incidents of this type vs 86 in Great Aycliffe. Overall, Great Aycliffe had fewer total crimes (269 vs 359).

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