Burton vs Doncaster — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Burton

LN1 · Lincolnshire

3

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Doncaster

DN2 · Doncaster

406

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Shoplifting111
  • Anti-social behaviour60

Burton has less crime — 3 vs 406 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster recorded substantially more crime than Burton in March 2026 — 406 incidents compared to 3, a 135.3x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Doncaster records significantly more (116 vs 2 incidents). Burton is below the national average while Doncaster is above, making Burton the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burton or Doncaster safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Burton recorded fewer crimes than Doncaster — 3 vs 406 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Burton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Burton and Doncaster?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Burton recorded 2 incidents of this type vs 116 in Doncaster. Overall, Burton had fewer total crimes (3 vs 406).

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