Norton vs Rotherham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norton

S17 · Sheffield

44

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Other theft5

Rotherham

S60 · Rotherham

127

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Shoplifting20
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Norton has less crime — 44 vs 127 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rotherham recorded substantially more crime than Norton in February 2026 — 127 incidents compared to 44, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norton sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Rotherham has more Shoplifting (20). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norton or Rotherham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Norton recorded fewer crimes than Rotherham — 44 vs 127 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Norton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Norton and Rotherham?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Norton saw higher rates of Other theft while Rotherham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Norton recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 127).

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