Doncaster vs Hessle — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Doncaster

DN4 · Doncaster

186

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences59
  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Vehicle crime25

Hessle

HU13 · East Riding of Yorkshire

152

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Public order22
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Hessle has less crime — 152 vs 186 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster saw somewhat more crime than Hessle in April 2026 (186 vs 152 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Doncaster sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Vehicle crime (25), while Hessle has more Public order (22) and Criminal damage & arson (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Doncaster or Hessle safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hessle recorded fewer crimes than Doncaster — 152 vs 186 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Doncaster saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Hessle had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hessle recorded fewer total crimes (152 vs 186).

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