Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE41 · Northumberland
18
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 18 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.
Hexham recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in April 2026 — 80 incidents compared to 18, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while Wylam has more Shoplifting (5). 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, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than Hexham — 18 vs 80 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Wylam 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 Wylam had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wylam recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 80).