Stocksfield vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Stocksfield

NE43 · Northumberland

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Burglary1
  • Other crime1

Sunderland

SR2 · Sunderland

147

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Shoplifting21

Stocksfield has less crime — 6 vs 147 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland recorded substantially more crime than Stocksfield in April 2026 — 147 incidents compared to 6, a 24.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stocksfield sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2) and Burglary (1), while Sunderland has more Violence & sexual offences (39) and Anti-social behaviour (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stocksfield or Sunderland safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stocksfield recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 6 vs 147 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Stocksfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Stocksfield and Sunderland?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Stocksfield saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Burglary while Sunderland had more Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Stocksfield recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 147).

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