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

NG3 · Nottingham

320

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Shoplifting29

Hatfield has less crime — 110 vs 320 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Nottingham recorded substantially more crime than Hatfield in February 2026 — 320 incidents compared to 110, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hatfield sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (15), while Nottingham has more Shoplifting (29). 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 320 incidents. That is 66% 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 320).

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