Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH7 · County Durham
41
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DH3 · County Durham
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Esh has less crime — 41 vs 92 incidents in April 2026.
North Lodge recorded notably higher crime than Esh in April 2026 — 92 vs 41 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Esh sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (19), while North Lodge has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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, Esh recorded fewer crimes than North Lodge — 41 vs 92 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Esh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Esh saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences while North Lodge had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Esh recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 92).