Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S33 · Derbyshire
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S70 · Barnsley
363
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Aston has less crime — 6 vs 363 incidents in February 2026.
Barnsley recorded substantially more crime than Aston in February 2026 — 363 incidents compared to 6, a 60.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aston sees higher rates of Other crime (1) and Other theft (1), while Barnsley has more Anti-social behaviour (54) and Public order (29). Aston is below the national average while Barnsley is above, making Aston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aston recorded fewer crimes than Barnsley — 6 vs 363 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Aston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aston saw higher rates of Other crime and Other theft while Barnsley had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Aston recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 363).