Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH3 · County Durham
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
129
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
North Lodge has less crime — 92 vs 129 incidents in April 2026.
Wansbeck saw somewhat more crime than North Lodge in April 2026 (129 vs 92 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lodge sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Wansbeck has more Violence & sexual offences (32). 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 Wansbeck — 92 vs 129 incidents. That is 29% 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 Criminal damage & arson while Wansbeck had more Violence & sexual offences. Overall, North Lodge recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 129).