Houghton-le-Spring vs Skeeby — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Houghton-le-Spring

DH4 · Sunderland

86

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Shoplifting11

Skeeby

DL10 · North Yorkshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Skeeby has less crime — 1 vs 86 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring recorded substantially more crime than Skeeby in February 2026 — 86 incidents compared to 1, a 86.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton-le-Spring or Skeeby safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Skeeby recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 1 vs 86 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Skeeby is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Houghton-le-Spring's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (29 incidents) while Skeeby's was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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