Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S63 · Barnsley
65
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
S75 · Barnsley
71
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Barnsley has less crime — 65 vs 71 incidents in April 2026.
Barnsley and Barnsley recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 65 and 71 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barnsley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19) and Other crime (5), while Barnsley has more Shoplifting (9) and Public order (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barnsley recorded fewer crimes than Barnsley — 65 vs 71 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Barnsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barnsley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other crime while Barnsley had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Barnsley recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 71).