Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE42 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE37 · Sunderland
253
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Prudhoe has less crime — 80 vs 253 incidents in April 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than Prudhoe in April 2026 — 253 incidents compared to 80, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Prudhoe sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (12), while Washington has more Shoplifting (41). Prudhoe is below the national average while Washington is above, making Prudhoe the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Prudhoe recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 80 vs 253 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Prudhoe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Prudhoe saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Prudhoe recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 253).