Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH3 · County Durham
47
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE38 · Sunderland
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
North Lodge has less crime — 47 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than North Lodge in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 47, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lodge sees higher rates of Burglary (4), while Washington has more Shoplifting (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, North Lodge recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 47 vs 125 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. North Lodge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Lodge saw higher rates of Burglary while Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, North Lodge recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 125).