Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
57
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NG7 · Nottingham
1,153
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Broughton has less crime — 57 vs 1,153 incidents in April 2026.
Nottingham recorded substantially more crime than Broughton in April 2026 — 1,153 incidents compared to 57, a 20.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Public order (8), while Nottingham has more Shoplifting (188) and Anti-social behaviour (171). Broughton is below the national average while Nottingham is above, making Broughton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 57 vs 1,153 incidents. That is 95% 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 Nottingham had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 1,153).