Sunderland vs Sunderland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Sunderland

SR1 · Sunderland

366

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Anti-social behaviour95
  • Shoplifting42

Sunderland

SR2 · Sunderland

109

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

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

Sunderland has less crime — 109 vs 366 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Sunderland recorded substantially more crime than Sunderland in February 2026 — 366 incidents compared to 109, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sunderland sees higher rates of Shoplifting (42), while Sunderland has more Burglary (9). 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 Sunderland safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Sunderland recorded fewer crimes than Sunderland — 109 vs 366 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Sunderland is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sunderland saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Sunderland had more Burglary. Overall, Sunderland recorded fewer total crimes (109 vs 366).

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