Lincoln vs Thorne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lincoln

LN6 · Lincolnshire

86

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Shoplifting17

Thorne

DN8 · Doncaster

133

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Other theft12

Lincoln has less crime — 86 vs 133 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Thorne recorded notably higher crime than Lincoln in March 2026 — 133 vs 86 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lincoln sees higher rates of Shoplifting (17), while Thorne has more Other theft (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lincoln or Thorne safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Lincoln recorded fewer crimes than Thorne — 86 vs 133 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Lincoln is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Lincoln saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thorne had more Other theft. Overall, Lincoln recorded fewer total crimes (86 vs 133).

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