Doncaster vs Nottingham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Doncaster

DN1 · Doncaster

737

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences239
  • Anti-social behaviour92
  • Shoplifting82

Nottingham

NG3 · Nottingham

320

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Shoplifting29

Nottingham has less crime — 320 vs 737 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster recorded notably higher crime than Nottingham in February 2026 — 737 vs 320 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Doncaster records significantly more (239 vs 128 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Doncaster or Nottingham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Nottingham recorded fewer crimes than Doncaster — 320 vs 737 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Doncaster is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Doncaster and Nottingham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Doncaster recorded 239 incidents of this type vs 128 in Nottingham. Overall, Nottingham had fewer total crimes (320 vs 737).

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