Lincoln vs Linwood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lincoln

LN6 · Lincolnshire

73

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Shoplifting13

Linwood

LN8 · Lincolnshire

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Shoplifting4

Linwood has less crime — 23 vs 73 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Lincoln recorded substantially more crime than Linwood in February 2026 — 73 incidents compared to 23, a 3.2x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lincoln or Linwood safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Linwood recorded fewer crimes than Lincoln — 23 vs 73 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Linwood is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Lincoln and Linwood?

In February 2026, Lincoln's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (27 incidents) while Linwood's was Violence & sexual offences (8 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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