Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH5 · Sunderland
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE15 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
171
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Hetton has less crime — 81 vs 171 incidents in April 2026.
Newburn recorded notably higher crime than Hetton in April 2026 — 171 vs 81 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hetton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (10), while Newburn has more Shoplifting (43). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hetton recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 81 vs 171 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Hetton 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 Newburn had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hetton recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 171).