Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN6 · Doncaster
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DN8 · Doncaster
104
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Owston has less crime — 45 vs 104 incidents in February 2026.
Thorne recorded notably higher crime than Owston in February 2026 — 104 vs 45 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Owston sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Thorne has more Anti-social behaviour (20) and Public order (9). 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, Owston recorded fewer crimes than Thorne — 45 vs 104 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Owston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Owston saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Thorne had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 104).