Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN34 · North East Lincolnshire
294
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Broughton has less crime — 53 vs 294 incidents in February 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Broughton in February 2026 — 294 incidents compared to 53, a 5.5x 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 (34) and Public order (23). Broughton is below the national average while North East Lincolnshire is above, making Broughton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 53 vs 294 incidents. That is 82% 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 294).