Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR3 · Sunderland
226
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SR8 · County Durham
334
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 226 vs 334 incidents in April 2026.
Peterlee saw somewhat more crime than Houghton-le-Spring in April 2026 (334 vs 226 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (46), while Peterlee has more Shoplifting (67). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 226 vs 334 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Peterlee is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Peterlee had more Shoplifting. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (226 vs 334).