Houghton-le-Spring vs Stamfordham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Houghton-le-Spring

SR4 · Sunderland

256

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Anti-social behaviour53
  • Shoplifting34

Stamfordham

NE18 · Northumberland

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Other theft1

Stamfordham has less crime — 3 vs 256 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Houghton-le-Spring recorded substantially more crime than Stamfordham in April 2026 — 256 incidents compared to 3, a 85.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (75) and Shoplifting (34), while Stamfordham has more Other theft (1). Houghton-le-Spring sits above the national average for recorded crime while Stamfordham is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton-le-Spring or Stamfordham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stamfordham recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 3 vs 256 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Stamfordham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Stamfordham had more Other theft. Overall, Stamfordham recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 256).

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