Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN6 · Doncaster
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Owston has less crime — 45 vs 53 incidents in February 2026.
Broughton saw somewhat more crime than Owston in February 2026 (53 vs 45 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Drugs (3), while Owston has more Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Owston recorded fewer crimes than Broughton — 45 vs 53 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Owston 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 Owston had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 53).