Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NG12 · Nottinghamshire
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Cotgrave has less crime — 29 vs 53 incidents in February 2026.
Broughton recorded notably higher crime than Cotgrave in February 2026 — 53 vs 29 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Drugs (3), while Cotgrave has more Anti-social behaviour (4) and Other theft (3). 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, Cotgrave recorded fewer crimes than Broughton — 29 vs 53 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Cotgrave is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Broughton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Cotgrave had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Cotgrave recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 53).