Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR6 · Sunderland
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sunderland has less crime — 37 vs 87 incidents in February 2026.
Wansbeck recorded notably higher crime than Sunderland in February 2026 — 87 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sunderland sees higher rates of Burglary (6), while Wansbeck has more Public order (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than Wansbeck — 37 vs 87 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Sunderland is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sunderland saw higher rates of Burglary while Wansbeck had more Public order. Overall, Sunderland recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 87).