Norton vs Rotherham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norton

S8 · Sheffield

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Shoplifting23

Rotherham

S60 · Rotherham

168

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Shoplifting27
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Norton has less crime — 143 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rotherham saw somewhat more crime than Norton in April 2026 (168 vs 143 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 April 2026 Police data, Norton recorded fewer crimes than Rotherham — 143 vs 168 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Norton recorded 49 incidents of this type vs 66 in Rotherham. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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