Barnsley vs Norton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barnsley

S63 · Barnsley

65

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Other crime5

Norton

S17 · Sheffield

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Vehicle crime4

Norton has less crime — 48 vs 65 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Barnsley saw somewhat more crime than Norton in April 2026 (65 vs 48 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barnsley sees higher rates of Other crime (5), while Norton has more Vehicle crime (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Barnsley or Norton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Norton recorded fewer crimes than Barnsley — 48 vs 65 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Norton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Barnsley and Norton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barnsley saw higher rates of Other crime while Norton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Norton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 65).

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