Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SR6 · Sunderland
95
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hexham has less crime — 80 vs 95 incidents in April 2026.
Sunderland saw somewhat more crime than Hexham in April 2026 (95 vs 80 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while Sunderland has more Shoplifting (17). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 80 vs 95 incidents. That is 16% 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 Sunderland had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 95).