Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DH4 · Sunderland
86
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SR3 · Sunderland
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Houghton-le-Spring has less crime — 86 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Houghton-le-Spring recorded notably higher crime than Houghton-le-Spring in February 2026 — 132 vs 86 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Houghton-le-Spring sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Houghton-le-Spring has more Public order (13). 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, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer crimes than Houghton-le-Spring — 86 vs 132 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Houghton-le-Spring is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Houghton-le-Spring saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Houghton-le-Spring had more Public order. Overall, Houghton-le-Spring recorded fewer total crimes (86 vs 132).