Hatfield vs Nottingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hatfield

DN7 · Doncaster

110

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences37
  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Vehicle crime15

Nottingham

NG1 · Nottingham

1,503

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences406
  • Anti-social behaviour288
  • Shoplifting237

Hatfield has less crime — 110 vs 1,503 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Nottingham recorded substantially more crime than Hatfield in February 2026 — 1,503 incidents compared to 110, a 13.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hatfield sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (15), while Nottingham has more Shoplifting (237). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hatfield or Nottingham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hatfield recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 110 vs 1,503 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Hatfield and Nottingham?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hatfield saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Nottingham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hatfield recorded fewer total crimes (110 vs 1,503).

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