Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH4 · Sunderland
86
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 86 vs 87 incidents in February 2026.
Houghton-le-Spring and Wansbeck recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 86 and 87 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Wansbeck has more Public order (13). 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 Wansbeck — 86 vs 87 incidents. That is 1% 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 Wansbeck had more Public order. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (86 vs 87).