Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH6 · County Durham
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE41 · Northumberland
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Shadforth has less crime — 6 vs 8 incidents in February 2026.
Wylam saw somewhat more crime than Shadforth in February 2026 (8 vs 6 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shadforth sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Wylam has more Burglary (2). 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 Wylam — 6 vs 8 incidents. That is 25% 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 while Wylam had more Burglary. Overall, Shadforth recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 8).