Newark-on-Trent vs Thorne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newark-on-Trent

NG24 · Nottinghamshire

348

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences80
  • Anti-social behaviour74
  • Shoplifting66

Thorne

DN8 · Doncaster

114

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences47
  • Burglary13
  • Anti-social behaviour13

Thorne has less crime — 114 vs 348 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newark-on-Trent recorded substantially more crime than Thorne in April 2026 — 348 incidents compared to 114, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newark-on-Trent sees higher rates of Shoplifting (66), while Thorne has more Burglary (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newark-on-Trent or Thorne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Thorne recorded fewer crimes than Newark-on-Trent — 114 vs 348 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Newark-on-Trent is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newark-on-Trent saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thorne had more Burglary. Overall, Thorne recorded fewer total crimes (114 vs 348).

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