Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
FY4 · Blackpool
277
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
FY5 · Lancashire
204
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hardhorn and Thornton has less crime — 204 vs 277 incidents in April 2026.
Blackpool saw somewhat more crime than Hardhorn and Thornton in April 2026 (277 vs 204 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blackpool sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while Hardhorn and Thornton has more Other theft (15). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hardhorn and Thornton recorded fewer crimes than Blackpool — 204 vs 277 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Blackpool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blackpool saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Hardhorn and Thornton had more Other theft. Overall, Hardhorn and Thornton recorded fewer total crimes (204 vs 277).