Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN33 · North East Lincolnshire
156
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Broughton has less crime — 53 vs 156 incidents in February 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Broughton in February 2026 — 156 incidents compared to 53, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Drugs (3), while North East Lincolnshire has more Criminal damage & arson (20) and Public order (16). 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, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 53 vs 156 incidents. That is 66% 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 North East Lincolnshire had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 156).