Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Broughton has less crime — 53 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.
Cottingham saw somewhat more crime than Broughton in February 2026 (67 vs 53 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Drugs (3), while Cottingham has more Burglary (11) and Other theft (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 53 vs 67 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Broughton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Broughton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Cottingham had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 67).