Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN16 · North Lincolnshire
264
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Broughton has less crime — 53 vs 264 incidents in February 2026.
North Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Broughton in February 2026 — 264 incidents compared to 53, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while North Lincolnshire has more Burglary (22). Broughton is below the national average while North 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 Lincolnshire — 53 vs 264 incidents. That is 80% 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 Drugs while North Lincolnshire had more Burglary. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 264).