Doncaster vs Owston — 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

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

40

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Drugs3

Owston has less crime — 40 vs 186 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster recorded substantially more crime than Owston in April 2026 — 186 incidents compared to 40, a 4.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Doncaster sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Vehicle crime (25), while Owston has more Criminal damage & arson (8) and Drugs (3). 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 Owston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Owston recorded fewer crimes than Doncaster — 40 vs 186 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Owston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Doncaster saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Owston had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 186).

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