Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE8 · Gateshead
472
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Washington has less crime — 253 vs 472 incidents in April 2026.
Gateshead recorded notably higher crime than Washington in April 2026 — 472 vs 253 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gateshead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (44), while Washington has more Shoplifting (41). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Washington recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 253 vs 472 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Gateshead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Gateshead saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Washington recorded fewer total crimes (253 vs 472).