Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL1 · Darlington
624
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BD9 · Bradford
488
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Queensbury has less crime — 488 vs 624 incidents in April 2026.
Darlington saw somewhat more crime than Queensbury in April 2026 (624 vs 488 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darlington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (152) and Shoplifting (88), while Queensbury has more Criminal damage & arson (37) and Public order (35). 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 — 488 vs 624 incidents. That is 22% 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 Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Queensbury recorded fewer total crimes (488 vs 624).