Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL9 · North Yorkshire
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DL2 · Darlington
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Colburn has less crime — 45 vs 81 incidents in February 2026.
Halnaby Ave recorded notably higher crime than Colburn in February 2026 — 81 vs 45 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colburn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Halnaby Ave has more Criminal damage & arson (10). 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, Colburn recorded fewer crimes than Halnaby Ave — 45 vs 81 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Colburn is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Colburn saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Halnaby Ave had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Colburn recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 81).