Doncaster vs Newark-on-Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Doncaster

DN2 · Doncaster

406

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Shoplifting111
  • Anti-social behaviour60

Newark-on-Trent

NG24 · Nottinghamshire

337

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences92
  • Anti-social behaviour65
  • Shoplifting65

Newark-on-Trent has less crime — 337 vs 406 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster saw somewhat more crime than Newark-on-Trent in March 2026 (406 vs 337 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Doncaster records significantly more (116 vs 92 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 Newark-on-Trent safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Newark-on-Trent recorded fewer crimes than Doncaster — 337 vs 406 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Doncaster is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Doncaster and Newark-on-Trent?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Doncaster recorded 116 incidents of this type vs 92 in Newark-on-Trent. Overall, Newark-on-Trent had fewer total crimes (337 vs 406).

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