Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S72 · Barnsley
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S74 · Barnsley
112
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Brierley has less crime — 85 vs 112 incidents in February 2026.
Hoyland saw somewhat more crime than Brierley in February 2026 (112 vs 85 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brierley sees higher rates of Public order (11), while Hoyland has more Criminal damage & arson (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brierley recorded fewer crimes than Hoyland — 85 vs 112 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Brierley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brierley saw higher rates of Public order while Hoyland had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Brierley recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 112).