Bigby vs Linwood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bigby

DN38 · Lincolnshire

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Other theft1

Linwood

LN8 · Lincolnshire

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Shoplifting4

Bigby has less crime — 7 vs 23 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Linwood recorded substantially more crime than Bigby in February 2026 — 23 incidents compared to 7, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bigby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2) and Other theft (1), while Linwood has more Anti-social behaviour (8) and Shoplifting (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bigby or Linwood safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bigby recorded fewer crimes than Linwood — 7 vs 23 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Bigby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bigby and Linwood?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bigby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Other theft while Linwood had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Bigby recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 23).

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