Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN4 · Lincolnshire
6
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LN8 · Lincolnshire
36
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dunston has less crime — 6 vs 36 incidents in April 2026.
Linwood recorded substantially more crime than Dunston in April 2026 — 36 incidents compared to 6, a 6.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dunston sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Linwood has more Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dunston recorded fewer crimes than Linwood — 6 vs 36 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Dunston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dunston saw higher rates of Other theft while Linwood had more Public order. Overall, Dunston recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 36).