Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE55 · Derbyshire
90
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE5 · Derbyshire
137
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Alfreton has less crime — 90 vs 137 incidents in February 2026.
Ripley recorded notably higher crime than Alfreton in February 2026 — 137 vs 90 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alfreton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Public order (9), while Ripley has more Drugs (16) and Criminal damage & arson (16). 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, Alfreton recorded fewer crimes than Ripley — 90 vs 137 incidents. That is 34% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Ripley had more Drugs and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Alfreton recorded fewer total crimes (90 vs 137).