Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE55 · Derbyshire
90
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE1 · Derby
1,080
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alfreton has less crime — 90 vs 1,080 incidents in February 2026.
Derby recorded substantially more crime than Alfreton in February 2026 — 1,080 incidents compared to 90, a 12.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alfreton sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Derby has more Drugs (125). Alfreton is below the national average while Derby is above, making Alfreton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alfreton recorded fewer crimes than Derby — 90 vs 1,080 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Alfreton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alfreton saw higher rates of Public order while Derby had more Drugs. Overall, Alfreton recorded fewer total crimes (90 vs 1,080).