Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S35 · Sheffield
57
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S74 · Barnsley
112
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Ecclesfield has less crime — 57 vs 112 incidents in February 2026.
Hoyland recorded notably higher crime than Ecclesfield in February 2026 — 112 vs 57 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ecclesfield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10) and Drugs (4), while Hoyland has more Anti-social behaviour (14) and Criminal damage & arson (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ecclesfield recorded fewer crimes than Hoyland — 57 vs 112 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Ecclesfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ecclesfield saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Hoyland had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ecclesfield recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 112).