Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE49 · Northumberland
15
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE37 · Sunderland
133
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Haltwhistle has less crime — 15 vs 133 incidents in February 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than Haltwhistle in February 2026 — 133 incidents compared to 15, a 8.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haltwhistle sees higher rates of Burglary (3) and Public order (3), while Washington has more Shoplifting (21) and Anti-social behaviour (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Haltwhistle recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 15 vs 133 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Haltwhistle 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 Washington had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Haltwhistle recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 133).