Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH3 · County Durham
47
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE41 · Northumberland
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 8 vs 47 incidents in February 2026.
North Lodge recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in February 2026 — 47 incidents compared to 8, a 5.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lodge sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7), while Wylam has more Vehicle crime (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than North Lodge — 8 vs 47 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Wylam is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, North Lodge saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Wylam had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Wylam recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 47).