Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL3 · Darlington
385
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BD18 · Bradford
286
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Queensbury has less crime — 286 vs 385 incidents in February 2026.
Darlington saw somewhat more crime than Queensbury in February 2026 (385 vs 286 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darlington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (53), while Queensbury has more Criminal damage & arson (24). 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 — 286 vs 385 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Darlington is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Darlington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Queensbury had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Queensbury recorded fewer total crimes (286 vs 385).