Durham vs Sunderland — 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

Sunderland

SR1 · Sunderland

556

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences143
  • Anti-social behaviour118
  • Shoplifting76

Durham has less crime — 359 vs 556 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland recorded notably higher crime than Durham in April 2026 — 556 vs 359 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Sunderland records significantly more (143 vs 96 incidents). 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 Sunderland safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Durham recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 359 vs 556 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Sunderland is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Durham and Sunderland?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Durham recorded 96 incidents of this type vs 143 in Sunderland. Overall, Durham had fewer total crimes (359 vs 556).

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