Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH9 · County Durham
179
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Hexham has less crime — 37 vs 179 incidents in February 2026.
Stanley recorded substantially more crime than Hexham in February 2026 — 179 incidents compared to 37, a 4.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Stanley has more Criminal damage & arson (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than Stanley — 37 vs 179 incidents. That is 79% 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 Stanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 179).