Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL3 · Darlington
431
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
BD3 · Bradford
652
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Darlington has less crime — 431 vs 652 incidents in March 2026.
Queensbury recorded notably higher crime than Darlington in March 2026 — 652 vs 431 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darlington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (114) and Shoplifting (56), while Queensbury has more Criminal damage & arson (54) and Public order (50). 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 March 2026 Police data, Darlington recorded fewer crimes than Queensbury — 431 vs 652 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Queensbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Darlington saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Queensbury had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Darlington recorded fewer total crimes (431 vs 652).