Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH5 · Sunderland
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hexham has less crime — 80 vs 81 incidents in April 2026.
Hetton and Hexham recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 81 and 80 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hetton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (10), while Hexham has more Public order (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than Hetton — 80 vs 81 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Hexham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hetton saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Hexham had more Public order. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 81).