Alford vs Bigby — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Alford

LN13 · Lincolnshire

30

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Shoplifting3

Bigby

DN38 · Lincolnshire

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Other crime1

Bigby has less crime — 7 vs 30 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Alford recorded substantially more crime than Bigby in February 2026 — 30 incidents compared to 7, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Shoplifting (3), while Bigby has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Other crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alford or Bigby safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bigby recorded fewer crimes than Alford — 7 vs 30 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Bigby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Alford and Bigby?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Bigby had more Criminal damage & arson and Other crime. Overall, Bigby recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 30).

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