Sunderland vs Wansbeck — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Sunderland

SR6 · Sunderland

95

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Shoplifting17

Wansbeck

NE22 · Northumberland

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Sunderland has less crime — 95 vs 129 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wansbeck saw somewhat more crime than Sunderland in April 2026 (129 vs 95 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. 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, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than Wansbeck — 95 vs 129 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Sunderland is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Sunderland recorded 30 incidents of this type vs 37 in Wansbeck. Overall, Sunderland had fewer total crimes (95 vs 129).

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