North East Lincolnshire vs Owston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

North East Lincolnshire

DN34 · North East Lincolnshire

244

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences101
  • Criminal damage & arson27
  • Shoplifting21

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

40

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Drugs3

Owston has less crime — 40 vs 244 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North East Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Owston in April 2026 — 244 incidents compared to 40, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North East Lincolnshire sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21), while Owston has more Drugs (3). North East Lincolnshire sits above the national average for recorded crime while Owston is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is North East Lincolnshire or Owston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Owston recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 40 vs 244 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Owston is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between North East Lincolnshire and Owston?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, North East Lincolnshire saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Owston had more Drugs. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 244).

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