Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL1 · Darlington
624
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BD7 · Bradford
578
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Queensbury has less crime — 578 vs 624 incidents in April 2026.
Darlington and Queensbury recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 624 and 578 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darlington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (152) and Shoplifting (88), while Queensbury has more Vehicle crime (51) and Criminal damage & arson (46). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Queensbury recorded fewer crimes than Darlington — 578 vs 624 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Darlington is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Darlington saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Queensbury had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Queensbury recorded fewer total crimes (578 vs 624).