Doncaster vs Hull — 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

Hull

HU9 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

375

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences152
  • Shoplifting49
  • Criminal damage & arson38

Doncaster has less crime — 186 vs 375 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded notably higher crime than Doncaster in April 2026 — 375 vs 186 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Doncaster sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Vehicle crime (25), while Hull has more Shoplifting (49) and Criminal damage & arson (38). 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 Hull safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Doncaster recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 186 vs 375 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Doncaster saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Hull had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Doncaster recorded fewer total crimes (186 vs 375).

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