Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LN8 · Lincolnshire
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN34 · North East Lincolnshire
294
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Linwood has less crime — 23 vs 294 incidents in February 2026.
North East Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Linwood in February 2026 — 294 incidents compared to 23, a 12.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Linwood sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Shoplifting (4), while North East Lincolnshire has more Criminal damage & arson (34) and Public order (23). Linwood is below the national average while North East Lincolnshire is above, making Linwood the safer choice on this measure.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Linwood recorded fewer crimes than North East Lincolnshire — 23 vs 294 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Linwood is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Linwood saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while North East Lincolnshire had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Linwood recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 294).