Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH7 · County Durham
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH3 · County Durham
47
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Esh has less crime — 21 vs 47 incidents in February 2026.
North Lodge recorded notably higher crime than Esh in February 2026 — 47 vs 21 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Esh sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while North Lodge has more Burglary (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Esh recorded fewer crimes than North Lodge — 21 vs 47 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Esh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Esh saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while North Lodge had more Burglary. Overall, Esh recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 47).