Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH6 · County Durham
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE41 · Northumberland
18
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Shadforth has less crime — 9 vs 18 incidents in April 2026.
Wylam recorded notably higher crime than Shadforth in April 2026 — 18 vs 9 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shadforth sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2), while Wylam has more Shoplifting (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Shadforth recorded fewer crimes than Wylam — 9 vs 18 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Shadforth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Shadforth saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wylam had more Shoplifting. Overall, Shadforth recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 18).