Derby vs Ilkeston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Derby

DE22 · Derby

287

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences104
  • Shoplifting35
  • Anti-social behaviour34

Ilkeston

DE7 · Derbyshire

195

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Shoplifting26

Ilkeston has less crime — 195 vs 287 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Derby saw somewhat more crime than Ilkeston in April 2026 (287 vs 195 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Derby records significantly more (104 vs 74 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Derby or Ilkeston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ilkeston recorded fewer crimes than Derby — 195 vs 287 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Derby is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Derby recorded 104 incidents of this type vs 74 in Ilkeston. Overall, Ilkeston had fewer total crimes (195 vs 287).

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