Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN20 · North Lincolnshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NG10 · Derbyshire
263
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Broughton has less crime — 53 vs 263 incidents in February 2026.
Ilkeston recorded substantially more crime than Broughton in February 2026 — 263 incidents compared to 53, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broughton sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while Ilkeston has more Anti-social behaviour (50). Broughton is below the national average while Ilkeston is above, making Broughton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Broughton recorded fewer crimes than Ilkeston — 53 vs 263 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Broughton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Broughton saw higher rates of Drugs while Ilkeston had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Broughton recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 263).