Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH6 · County Durham
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE37 · Sunderland
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Shadforth has less crime — 6 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than Shadforth in February 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 6, a 22.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shadforth sees higher rates of Other crime (1) and Vehicle crime (1), while Washington has more Shoplifting (21) and Anti-social behaviour (18). 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, Shadforth recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 6 vs 134 incidents. That is 96% 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 Other crime and Vehicle crime while Washington had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Shadforth recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 134).