Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NG24 · Nottinghamshire
348
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NG3 · Nottingham
462
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Newark-on-Trent has less crime — 348 vs 462 incidents in April 2026.
Nottingham saw somewhat more crime than Newark-on-Trent in April 2026 (462 vs 348 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newark-on-Trent sees higher rates of Shoplifting (66), while Nottingham has more Criminal damage & arson (63). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Newark-on-Trent recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 348 vs 462 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newark-on-Trent saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Nottingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Newark-on-Trent recorded fewer total crimes (348 vs 462).