Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DL3 · Darlington
386
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BD5 · Bradford
599
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Darlington has less crime — 386 vs 599 incidents in February 2026.
Queensbury recorded notably higher crime than Darlington in February 2026 — 599 vs 386 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Darlington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (89) and Shoplifting (53), while Queensbury has more Public order (60) and Criminal damage & arson (55). 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, Darlington recorded fewer crimes than Queensbury — 386 vs 599 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Queensbury 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 Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Darlington recorded fewer total crimes (386 vs 599).