Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR3 · Sunderland
226
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SR1 · Sunderland
556
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 226 vs 556 incidents in April 2026.
Sunderland recorded notably higher crime than Houghton-le-Spring in April 2026 — 556 vs 226 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (30), while Sunderland has more Shoplifting (76). 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 Sunderland — 226 vs 556 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Sunderland is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Sunderland had more Shoplifting. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (226 vs 556).