Mansfield vs Newark-on-Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Mansfield

NG18 · Nottinghamshire

346

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Shoplifting64
  • Anti-social behaviour57

Newark-on-Trent

NG24 · Nottinghamshire

290

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Anti-social behaviour52
  • Shoplifting42

Newark-on-Trent has less crime — 290 vs 346 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Mansfield saw somewhat more crime than Newark-on-Trent in February 2026 (346 vs 290 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Mansfield records significantly more (116 vs 82 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mansfield or Newark-on-Trent safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newark-on-Trent recorded fewer crimes than Mansfield — 290 vs 346 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Mansfield is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Mansfield and Newark-on-Trent?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Mansfield recorded 116 incidents of this type vs 82 in Newark-on-Trent. Overall, Newark-on-Trent had fewer total crimes (290 vs 346).

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