Beeston vs Ilkeston — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Beeston

NG9 · Nottinghamshire

117

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Shoplifting19

Ilkeston

NG10 · Derbyshire

263

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Shoplifting50
  • Anti-social behaviour50

Beeston has less crime — 117 vs 263 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ilkeston recorded notably higher crime than Beeston in February 2026 — 263 vs 117 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Ilkeston records significantly more (84 vs 41 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beeston or Ilkeston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Beeston recorded fewer crimes than Ilkeston — 117 vs 263 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Ilkeston is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Beeston and Ilkeston?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Beeston recorded 41 incidents of this type vs 84 in Ilkeston. Overall, Beeston had fewer total crimes (117 vs 263).

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