Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN13 · Lincolnshire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN34 · North East Lincolnshire
294
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alford has less crime — 30 vs 294 incidents in February 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Alford in February 2026 — 294 incidents compared to 30, a 9.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Shoplifting (3), while North East Lincolnshire has more Criminal damage & arson (34) and Public order (23). Alford is below the national average while North East Lincolnshire is above, making Alford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alford recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 30 vs 294 incidents. That is 90% 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 and Shoplifting while North East Lincolnshire had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Alford recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 294).