Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE55 · Derbyshire
90
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE74 · Leicestershire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Lockington has less crime — 30 vs 90 incidents in February 2026.
Alfreton recorded substantially more crime than Lockington in February 2026 — 90 incidents compared to 30, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alfreton sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Lockington has more Shoplifting (5). 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, Lockington recorded fewer crimes than Alfreton — 30 vs 90 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Lockington 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 Lockington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Lockington recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 90).