Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR3 · Sunderland
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE41 · Northumberland
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 8 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Houghton-le-Spring recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in February 2026 — 132 incidents compared to 8, a 16.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (27) and Public order (13), while Wylam has more Vehicle crime (3) and Burglary (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 8 vs 132 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Wylam 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 Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Wylam had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, Wylam recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 132).