Houghton-le-Spring vs Newburn — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Houghton-le-Spring

DH4 · Sunderland

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting21
  • Anti-social behaviour20

Newburn

NE15 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

171

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting43
  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 143 vs 171 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newburn saw somewhat more crime than Houghton-le-Spring in April 2026 (171 vs 143 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton-le-Spring or Newburn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 143 vs 171 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Houghton-le-Spring and Newburn?

In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Newburn's was Shoplifting (43 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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