Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD24 · North Yorkshire
14
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DL4 · County Durham
140
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Langcliffe has less crime — 14 vs 140 incidents in April 2026.
Shildon recorded substantially more crime than Langcliffe in April 2026 — 140 incidents compared to 14, a 10.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Langcliffe sees higher rates of Public order (3), while Shildon has more Criminal damage & arson (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Langcliffe recorded fewer crimes than Shildon — 14 vs 140 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Langcliffe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Langcliffe saw higher rates of Public order while Shildon had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Langcliffe recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 140).