Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN9 · Lincolnshire
35
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN33 · North East Lincolnshire
156
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Horncastle has less crime — 35 vs 156 incidents in February 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Horncastle in February 2026 — 156 incidents compared to 35, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Horncastle sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Other theft (3), while North East Lincolnshire has more Criminal damage & arson (20) and Public order (16). 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, Horncastle recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 35 vs 156 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Horncastle is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Horncastle saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while North East Lincolnshire had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Horncastle recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 156).