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

NG7 · Nottingham

1,023

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences267
  • Anti-social behaviour174
  • Shoplifting113

Doncaster has less crime — 737 vs 1,023 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Nottingham saw somewhat more crime than Doncaster in February 2026 (1,023 vs 737 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Nottingham records significantly more (267 vs 239 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, Doncaster recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 737 vs 1,023 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Nottingham 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 267 in Nottingham. Overall, Doncaster had fewer total crimes (737 vs 1,023).

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