Lincoln vs Nettleham — 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

Nettleham

LN2 · Lincolnshire

88

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Other crime9

Nettleham has less crime — 88 vs 97 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lincoln and Nettleham recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 97 and 88 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lincoln sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while Nettleham has more Other crime (9). 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 Nettleham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Nettleham recorded fewer crimes than Lincoln — 88 vs 97 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Nettleham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lincoln saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Nettleham had more Other crime. Overall, Nettleham recorded fewer total crimes (88 vs 97).

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