Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE42 · Northumberland
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE38 · Sunderland
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Prudhoe has less crime — 45 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than Prudhoe in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 45, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Prudhoe sees higher rates of Drugs (3), 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, Prudhoe recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 45 vs 125 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Prudhoe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Prudhoe saw higher rates of Drugs while Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Prudhoe recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 125).