Grindleford vs Rotherham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Grindleford

S32 · Derbyshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Rotherham

S60 · Rotherham

168

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Shoplifting27
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Grindleford has less crime — 2 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rotherham recorded substantially more crime than Grindleford in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 2, a 84.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Rotherham records significantly more (66 vs 2 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Grindleford or Rotherham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Grindleford recorded fewer crimes than Rotherham — 2 vs 168 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Grindleford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Grindleford and Rotherham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Grindleford recorded 2 incidents of this type vs 66 in Rotherham. Overall, Grindleford had fewer total crimes (2 vs 168).

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