Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
57
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Broughton has less crime — 57 vs 70 incidents in April 2026.
Cottingham saw somewhat more crime than Broughton in April 2026 (70 vs 57 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Public order (8), while Cottingham has more Shoplifting (13) and Burglary (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 57 vs 70 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Broughton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Broughton saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Cottingham had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 70).