Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S72 · Barnsley
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S35 · Sheffield
57
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ecclesfield has less crime — 57 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
Brierley saw somewhat more crime than Ecclesfield in February 2026 (85 vs 57 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brierley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Public order (11), while Ecclesfield has more Shoplifting (10) and Drugs (4). 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, Ecclesfield recorded fewer crimes than Brierley — 57 vs 85 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Ecclesfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brierley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Ecclesfield had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Ecclesfield recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 85).