Houghton-le-Spring vs Stocksfield — 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

Stocksfield

NE43 · Northumberland

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Burglary1
  • Other crime1

Stocksfield has less crime — 6 vs 143 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring recorded substantially more crime than Stocksfield in April 2026 — 143 incidents compared to 6, a 23.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (32) and Shoplifting (21), while Stocksfield has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Burglary (1). 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 Stocksfield safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stocksfield recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 6 vs 143 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Stocksfield is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Stocksfield had more Criminal damage & arson and Burglary. Overall, Stocksfield recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 143).

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