Houghton-le-Spring vs Winton — 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

Winton

DL6 · North Yorkshire

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary1

Winton has less crime — 1 vs 143 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring recorded substantially more crime than Winton in April 2026 — 143 incidents compared to 1, a 143.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (32) and Shoplifting (21), while Winton has more Burglary (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Houghton-le-Spring report — £4.99 Get the full Winton report — £4.99
View Houghton-le-Spring area page → View Winton area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton-le-Spring or Winton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Winton recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 1 vs 143 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Winton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Winton had more Burglary. Overall, Winton recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 143).

Compare other areas

North Lodge vs WintonHetton vs WintonChester-le-Street vs WintonHoughton-le-Spring vs Great AycliffeHoughton-le-Spring vs YafforthHoughton-le-Spring vs Shildon