Sunderland vs Wansbeck — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Sunderland

SR2 · Sunderland

147

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Wansbeck

NE22 · Northumberland

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting16

Wansbeck has less crime — 129 vs 147 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland and Wansbeck recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 147 and 129 incidents respectively. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sunderland or Wansbeck safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 129 vs 147 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes.

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

In April 2026, Sunderland's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (39 incidents) while Wansbeck's was Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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