Esh vs Wylam — 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

Wylam

NE41 · Northumberland

18

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Shoplifting5
  • Violence & sexual offences3

Wylam has less crime — 18 vs 41 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Esh recorded notably higher crime than Wylam in April 2026 — 41 vs 18 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 Wylam safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than Esh — 18 vs 41 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Wylam is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Esh's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (19 incidents) while Wylam's was Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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