Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN15 · North Lincolnshire
17
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NG8 · Nottingham
291
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
North Lincolnshire has less crime — 17 vs 291 incidents in April 2026.
Nottingham recorded substantially more crime than North Lincolnshire in April 2026 — 291 incidents compared to 17, a 17.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Lincolnshire sees higher rates of Other theft (3) and Vehicle crime (3), while Nottingham has more Shoplifting (37) and Criminal damage & arson (32). North Lincolnshire is below the national average while Nottingham is above, making North Lincolnshire the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, North Lincolnshire recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 17 vs 291 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. North Lincolnshire is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, North Lincolnshire saw higher rates of Other theft and Vehicle crime while Nottingham had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, North Lincolnshire recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 291).