Doncaster vs Ilkeston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Doncaster

DN2 · Doncaster

339

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences106
  • Shoplifting79
  • Anti-social behaviour52

Ilkeston

NG10 · Derbyshire

218

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences92
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Shoplifting24

Ilkeston has less crime — 218 vs 339 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Doncaster recorded notably higher crime than Ilkeston in April 2026 — 339 vs 218 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Doncaster or Ilkeston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ilkeston recorded fewer crimes than Doncaster — 218 vs 339 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Doncaster is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Doncaster recorded 106 incidents of this type vs 92 in Ilkeston. Overall, Ilkeston had fewer total crimes (218 vs 339).

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