Hatfield vs Nottingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hatfield

DN7 · Doncaster

126

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Criminal damage & arson9

Nottingham

NG8 · Nottingham

291

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences114
  • Shoplifting37
  • Criminal damage & arson32

Hatfield has less crime — 126 vs 291 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Nottingham recorded notably higher crime than Hatfield in April 2026 — 291 vs 126 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hatfield sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (34), while Nottingham has more Shoplifting (37). 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 April 2026 Police data, Hatfield recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 126 vs 291 incidents. That is 57% 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 April 2026, Hatfield saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Nottingham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hatfield recorded fewer total crimes (126 vs 291).

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