Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
57
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LN6 · Lincolnshire
97
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Broughton has less crime — 57 vs 97 incidents in April 2026.
Lincoln recorded notably higher crime than Broughton in April 2026 — 97 vs 57 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Public order (8), while Lincoln has more Shoplifting (25) and Anti-social behaviour (25). 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 Lincoln — 57 vs 97 incidents. That is 41% 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 Lincoln had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 97).