Mansfield vs Southwell — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Mansfield

NG19 · Nottinghamshire

210

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Shoplifting20

Southwell

NG25 · Nottinghamshire

24

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary6
  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Shoplifting3

Southwell has less crime — 24 vs 210 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Mansfield recorded substantially more crime than Southwell in February 2026 — 210 incidents compared to 24, a 8.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Mansfield sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (50), while Southwell has more Burglary (6). Mansfield sits above the national average for recorded crime while Southwell is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mansfield or Southwell safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Southwell recorded fewer crimes than Mansfield — 24 vs 210 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Southwell is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Mansfield and Southwell?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Mansfield saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Southwell had more Burglary. Overall, Southwell recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 210).

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