Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH4 · Sunderland
86
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE35 · South Tyneside
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 86 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
South Tyneside saw somewhat more crime than Houghton-le-Spring in February 2026 (101 vs 86 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17), while South Tyneside has more Public order (16). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than South Tyneside — 86 vs 101 incidents. That is 15% 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 Anti-social behaviour while South Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (86 vs 101).