Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR6 · Sunderland
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE38 · Sunderland
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Sunderland has less crime — 37 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.
Washington recorded substantially more crime than Sunderland in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 37, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sunderland sees higher rates of Burglary (6), while Washington has more Shoplifting (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than Washington — 37 vs 125 incidents. That is 70% 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 Washington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Sunderland recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 125).