Derby vs Matlock Bath — 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

Matlock Bath

DE4 · Derbyshire

41

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Shoplifting8

Matlock Bath has less crime — 41 vs 287 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Derby recorded substantially more crime than Matlock Bath in April 2026 — 287 incidents compared to 41, a 7.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Derby records significantly more (104 vs 10 incidents). Derby sits above the national average for recorded crime while Matlock Bath is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Derby or Matlock Bath safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Matlock Bath recorded fewer crimes than Derby — 41 vs 287 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Matlock Bath is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Derby and Matlock Bath?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Derby recorded 104 incidents of this type vs 10 in Matlock Bath. Overall, Matlock Bath had fewer total crimes (41 vs 287).

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