Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NG15 · Nottinghamshire
180
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Broughton has less crime — 53 vs 180 incidents in February 2026.
Sutton in Ashfield recorded substantially more crime than Broughton in February 2026 — 180 incidents compared to 53, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while Sutton in Ashfield has more Anti-social behaviour (40). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than Sutton in Ashfield — 53 vs 180 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Broughton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Broughton saw higher rates of Drugs while Sutton in Ashfield had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 180).