Barrow-Upon-Humber vs Owston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barrow-Upon-Humber

DN19 · North Lincolnshire

10

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other crime2
  • Drugs1

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

45

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Other theft6
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Barrow-Upon-Humber has less crime — 10 vs 45 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Owston recorded substantially more crime than Barrow-Upon-Humber in February 2026 — 45 incidents compared to 10, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barrow-Upon-Humber sees higher rates of Other crime (2) and Drugs (1), while Owston has more Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Barrow-Upon-Humber or Owston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Barrow-Upon-Humber recorded fewer crimes than Owston — 10 vs 45 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Barrow-Upon-Humber is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Barrow-Upon-Humber and Owston?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barrow-Upon-Humber saw higher rates of Other crime and Drugs while Owston had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Barrow-Upon-Humber recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 45).

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