Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BB6 · Lancashire
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BB10 · Lancashire
236
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Accrington has less crime — 68 vs 236 incidents in February 2026.
Burnley recorded substantially more crime than Accrington in February 2026 — 236 incidents compared to 68, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Accrington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Burnley has more Criminal damage & arson (28). Accrington is below the national average while Burnley is above, making Accrington the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Accrington recorded fewer crimes than Burnley — 68 vs 236 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Accrington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Accrington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Burnley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Accrington recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 236).