Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH3 · County Durham
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
North Lodge has less crime — 92 vs 253 incidents in April 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than North Lodge in April 2026 — 253 incidents compared to 92, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lodge sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Washington has more Violence & sexual offences (73). North Lodge is below the national average while Washington is above, making North Lodge the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, North Lodge recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 92 vs 253 incidents. That is 64% 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 Washington had more Violence & sexual offences. Overall, North Lodge recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 253).