Esh vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Esh

DH7 · County Durham

41

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Shoplifting6
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Sunderland

SR6 · Sunderland

95

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Shoplifting17

Esh has less crime — 41 vs 95 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland recorded notably higher crime than Esh in April 2026 — 95 vs 41 incidents. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Esh or Sunderland safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Esh recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 41 vs 95 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Esh is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Esh's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (19 incidents) while Sunderland's was Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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