Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH5 · Sunderland
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SR8 · County Durham
277
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hetton has less crime — 59 vs 277 incidents in February 2026.
Peterlee recorded substantially more crime than Hetton in February 2026 — 277 incidents compared to 59, a 4.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hetton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Peterlee has more Shoplifting (33). Hetton is below the national average while Peterlee is above, making Hetton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hetton recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 59 vs 277 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Hetton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hetton saw higher rates of Public order while Peterlee had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hetton recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 277).