Belper vs Draycott — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belper

DE56 · Derbyshire

79

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Other theft9
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Draycott

DE72 · Derbyshire

13

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Vehicle crime1

Draycott has less crime — 13 vs 79 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belper recorded substantially more crime than Draycott in February 2026 — 79 incidents compared to 13, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belper sees higher rates of Other theft (9) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Draycott has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Vehicle crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belper or Draycott safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Draycott recorded fewer crimes than Belper — 13 vs 79 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Draycott is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Belper and Draycott?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belper saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Draycott had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Draycott recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 79).

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