Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S33 · Derbyshire
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S63 · Barnsley
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Aston has less crime — 6 vs 51 incidents in February 2026.
Barnsley recorded substantially more crime than Aston in February 2026 — 51 incidents compared to 6, a 8.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aston sees higher rates of Other crime (1) and Other theft (1), while Barnsley has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aston recorded fewer crimes than Barnsley — 6 vs 51 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Aston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aston saw higher rates of Other crime and Other theft while Barnsley had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Aston recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 51).