Barrow-Upon-Humber vs Owston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barrow-Upon-Humber

DN19 · North Lincolnshire

9

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

40

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Drugs3

Barrow-Upon-Humber has less crime — 9 vs 40 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Owston recorded substantially more crime than Barrow-Upon-Humber in April 2026 — 40 incidents compared to 9, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barrow-Upon-Humber sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1), while Owston has more Criminal damage & arson (8) and Drugs (3). 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 April 2026 Police data, Barrow-Upon-Humber recorded fewer crimes than Owston — 9 vs 40 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 April 2026, Barrow-Upon-Humber saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Owston had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Barrow-Upon-Humber recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 40).

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