Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH6 · County Durham
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Shadforth has less crime — 6 vs 87 incidents in February 2026.
Wansbeck recorded substantially more crime than Shadforth in February 2026 — 87 incidents compared to 6, a 14.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shadforth sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1) and Vehicle crime (1), while Wansbeck has more Anti-social behaviour (19) and Public order (13). 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, Shadforth recorded fewer crimes than Wansbeck — 6 vs 87 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Shadforth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Shadforth saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime while Wansbeck had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Shadforth recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 87).