Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hexham has less crime — 80 vs 253 incidents in April 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than Hexham in April 2026 — 253 incidents compared to 80, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while Washington has more Shoplifting (41). Hexham is below the national average while Washington 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 Washington — 80 vs 253 incidents. That is 68% 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 Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 253).