Belper vs Ripley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belper

DE56 · Derbyshire

93

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Public order11
  • Shoplifting10

Ripley

DE5 · Derbyshire

196

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences87
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Criminal damage & arson20

Belper has less crime — 93 vs 196 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ripley recorded notably higher crime than Belper in April 2026 — 196 vs 93 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belper sees higher rates of Public order (11) and Shoplifting (10), while Ripley has more Anti-social behaviour (23) and Criminal damage & arson (20). Belper is below the national average while Ripley is above, making Belper the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belper or Ripley safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Belper recorded fewer crimes than Ripley — 93 vs 196 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Belper is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Belper saw higher rates of Public order and Shoplifting while Ripley had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Belper recorded fewer total crimes (93 vs 196).

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