Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH5 · Sunderland
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SR1 · Sunderland
366
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hetton has less crime — 59 vs 366 incidents in February 2026.
Sunderland recorded substantially more crime than Hetton in February 2026 — 366 incidents compared to 59, a 6.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hetton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Sunderland has more Shoplifting (42). Hetton is below the national average while Sunderland 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 Sunderland — 59 vs 366 incidents. That is 84% 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 Sunderland had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hetton recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 366).