Lincoln vs Linwood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lincoln

LN6 · Lincolnshire

97

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting25
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Violence & sexual offences22

Linwood

LN8 · Lincolnshire

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Public order5

Linwood has less crime — 36 vs 97 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lincoln recorded substantially more crime than Linwood in April 2026 — 97 incidents compared to 36, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lincoln sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while Linwood has more Public order (5). 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 April 2026 Police data, Linwood recorded fewer crimes than Lincoln — 36 vs 97 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Linwood is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lincoln saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Linwood had more Public order. Overall, Linwood recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 97).

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