Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN6 · Lincolnshire
97
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DN33 · North East Lincolnshire
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Lincoln has less crime — 97 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded notably higher crime than Lincoln in April 2026 — 150 vs 97 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lincoln sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25) and Anti-social behaviour (25), while North East Lincolnshire has more Criminal damage & arson (21) and Public order (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Lincoln recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 97 vs 150 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Lincoln is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lincoln saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while North East Lincolnshire had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Lincoln recorded fewer total crimes (97 vs 150).