Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S73 · Barnsley
138
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
S35 · Sheffield
57
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ecclesfield has less crime — 57 vs 138 incidents in February 2026.
Darfield recorded notably higher crime than Ecclesfield in February 2026 — 138 vs 57 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darfield sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (26) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Ecclesfield has more Shoplifting (10) and Drugs (4). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ecclesfield recorded fewer crimes than Darfield — 57 vs 138 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Ecclesfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Darfield saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Ecclesfield had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Ecclesfield recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 138).