Alford vs Owston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Alford

LN13 · Lincolnshire

39

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

40

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Drugs3

Alford has less crime — 39 vs 40 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Alford and Owston recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 39 and 40 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12), while Owston has more Drugs (3). 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 Owston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Alford recorded fewer crimes than Owston — 39 vs 40 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Alford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Owston had more Drugs. Overall, Alford recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 40).

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