Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S75 · Barnsley
71
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
S74 · Barnsley
127
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Barnsley has less crime — 71 vs 127 incidents in April 2026.
Hoyland recorded notably higher crime than Barnsley in April 2026 — 127 vs 71 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barnsley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Public order (8), while Hoyland has more Vehicle crime (23) and Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barnsley recorded fewer crimes than Hoyland — 71 vs 127 incidents. That is 44% 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 Shoplifting and Public order while Hoyland had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Barnsley recorded fewer total crimes (71 vs 127).