Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S63 · Barnsley
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S18 · Derbyshire
58
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Barnsley has less crime — 51 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.
Barnsley and Dronfield recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 51 and 58 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barnsley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Dronfield has more Shoplifting (16) and Other theft (7). 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, Barnsley recorded fewer crimes than Dronfield — 51 vs 58 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Barnsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barnsley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Dronfield had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Barnsley recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 58).