Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH3 · County Durham
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE38 · Sunderland
154
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
North Lodge has less crime — 92 vs 154 incidents in April 2026.
Washington recorded notably higher crime than North Lodge in April 2026 — 154 vs 92 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lodge sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Washington has more Violence & sexual offences (43). 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 Washington — 92 vs 154 incidents. That is 40% 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 154).