Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE49 · Northumberland
15
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH6 · County Durham
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Shadforth has less crime — 6 vs 15 incidents in February 2026.
Haltwhistle recorded substantially more crime than Shadforth in February 2026 — 15 incidents compared to 6, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haltwhistle sees higher rates of Burglary (3) and Public order (3), while Shadforth has more Criminal damage & arson (1) and Vehicle crime (1). 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, Shadforth recorded fewer crimes than Haltwhistle — 6 vs 15 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Shadforth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Haltwhistle saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Shadforth had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Shadforth recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 15).