Blackpool vs Hardhorn and Thornton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blackpool

FY1 · Blackpool

1,152

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences484
  • Anti-social behaviour168
  • Other theft91

Hardhorn and Thornton

FY5 · Lancashire

204

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Anti-social behaviour44
  • Other theft15

Hardhorn and Thornton has less crime — 204 vs 1,152 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Blackpool recorded substantially more crime than Hardhorn and Thornton in April 2026 — 1,152 incidents compared to 204, a 5.6x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Blackpool records significantly more (484 vs 88 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackpool or Hardhorn and Thornton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hardhorn and Thornton recorded fewer crimes than Blackpool — 204 vs 1,152 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Blackpool is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Blackpool and Hardhorn and Thornton?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Blackpool recorded 484 incidents of this type vs 88 in Hardhorn and Thornton. Overall, Hardhorn and Thornton had fewer total crimes (204 vs 1,152).

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