Doncaster vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Doncaster

DN2 · Doncaster

290

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences95
  • Shoplifting69
  • Criminal damage & arson25

Hull

HU7 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

317

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Criminal damage & arson39
  • Shoplifting36

Doncaster has less crime — 290 vs 317 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster and Hull recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 290 and 317 incidents respectively. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Hull records significantly more (128 vs 95 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 Hull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Doncaster recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 290 vs 317 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Doncaster recorded 95 incidents of this type vs 128 in Hull. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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