Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL1 · Darlington
528
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BD9 · Bradford
373
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Queensbury has less crime — 373 vs 528 incidents in February 2026.
Darlington saw somewhat more crime than Queensbury in February 2026 (528 vs 373 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darlington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (108) and Shoplifting (66), while Queensbury has more Public order (34) and Other theft (29). 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 February 2026 Police data, Queensbury recorded fewer crimes than Darlington — 373 vs 528 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Darlington is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Darlington saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Queensbury had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Queensbury recorded fewer total crimes (373 vs 528).