Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN6 · Lincolnshire
73
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN33 · North East Lincolnshire
156
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Lincoln has less crime — 73 vs 156 incidents in February 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded notably higher crime than Lincoln in February 2026 — 156 vs 73 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lincoln sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (27) and Shoplifting (13), 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, Lincoln recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 73 vs 156 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Lincoln is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lincoln saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while North East Lincolnshire had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Lincoln recorded fewer total crimes (73 vs 156).