Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN13 · Lincolnshire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Alford has less crime — 30 vs 53 incidents in February 2026.
Broughton recorded notably higher crime than Alford in February 2026 — 53 vs 30 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10), while Broughton has more Drugs (3). 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, Alford recorded fewer crimes than Broughton — 30 vs 53 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Alford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Broughton had more Drugs. Overall, Alford recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 53).