Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH4 · Sunderland
86
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE34 · South Tyneside
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 86 vs 197 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Houghton-le-Spring in February 2026 — 197 vs 86 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while South Tyneside has more Burglary (18). Houghton-le-Spring is below the national average while South Tyneside is above, making Houghton-le-Spring the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 86 vs 197 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Houghton-le-Spring is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Shoplifting while South Tyneside had more Burglary. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (86 vs 197).