Sunderland vs Washington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Sunderland

SR2 · Sunderland

109

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Burglary9

Washington

NE37 · Sunderland

134

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Shoplifting21
  • Anti-social behaviour18

Sunderland has less crime — 109 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Washington saw somewhat more crime than Sunderland in February 2026 (134 vs 109 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sunderland sees higher rates of Burglary (9), while Washington has more Shoplifting (21). 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 Washington safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 109 vs 134 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sunderland saw higher rates of Burglary while Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Sunderland recorded fewer total crimes (109 vs 134).

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