Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH4 · Sunderland
86
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Hexham has less crime — 37 vs 86 incidents in February 2026.
Houghton-le-Spring recorded notably higher crime than Hexham in February 2026 — 86 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Houghton-le-Spring has more Shoplifting (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 37 vs 86 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Hexham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hexham saw higher rates of Public order while Houghton-le-Spring had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 86).