Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR4 · Sunderland
318
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
NE1 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
1,008
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 318 vs 1,008 incidents in March 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded substantially more crime than Houghton-le-Spring in March 2026 — 1,008 incidents compared to 318, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (39), while Newcastle Upon Tyne has more Shoplifting (168). 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 March 2026 Police data, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 318 vs 1,008 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Newcastle Upon Tyne is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Newcastle Upon Tyne had more Shoplifting. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (318 vs 1,008).