Burton vs Linwood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Burton

LN1 · Lincolnshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Linwood

LN8 · Lincolnshire

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Public order5

Burton has less crime — 2 vs 36 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Linwood recorded substantially more crime than Burton in April 2026 — 36 incidents compared to 2, a 18.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1), while Linwood has more Anti-social behaviour (11) and Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burton or Linwood safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Burton recorded fewer crimes than Linwood — 2 vs 36 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Burton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Linwood had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Burton recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 36).

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