Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DH9 · County Durham
229
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hexham has less crime — 80 vs 229 incidents in April 2026.
Stanley recorded substantially more crime than Hexham in April 2026 — 229 incidents compared to 80, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while Stanley has more Shoplifting (34). Hexham is below the national average while Stanley is above, making Hexham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than Stanley — 80 vs 229 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Hexham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hexham saw higher rates of Public order while Stanley had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 229).