Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH3 · County Durham
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DL4 · County Durham
140
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
North Lodge has less crime — 92 vs 140 incidents in April 2026.
Shildon recorded notably higher crime than North Lodge in April 2026 — 140 vs 92 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lodge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while Shildon has more Violence & sexual offences (52). 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, North Lodge recorded fewer crimes than Shildon — 92 vs 140 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. North Lodge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, North Lodge saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Shildon had more Violence & sexual offences. Overall, North Lodge recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 140).