Branston vs Swarkestone — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Branston

DE13 · Staffordshire

13

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Vehicle crime2
  • Other theft1

Swarkestone

DE73 · Derbyshire

4

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Swarkestone has less crime — 4 vs 13 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Branston recorded substantially more crime than Swarkestone in February 2026 — 13 incidents compared to 4, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Branston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (2) and Other theft (1), while Swarkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (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 Branston or Swarkestone safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Swarkestone recorded fewer crimes than Branston — 4 vs 13 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Swarkestone is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Branston and Swarkestone?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Branston saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Swarkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swarkestone recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 13).

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