Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN6 · Doncaster
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NG2 · Nottinghamshire
259
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Owston has less crime — 44 vs 259 incidents in February 2026.
West Bridgford recorded substantially more crime than Owston in February 2026 — 259 incidents compared to 44, a 5.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Owston sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while West Bridgford has more Anti-social behaviour (45) and Shoplifting (36). Owston is below the national average while West Bridgford is above, making Owston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Owston recorded fewer crimes than West Bridgford — 44 vs 259 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Owston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Owston saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while West Bridgford had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 259).