Ilkeston vs Ripley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ilkeston

DE7 · Derbyshire

191

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences73
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Public order18

Ripley

DE5 · Derbyshire

137

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Drugs16
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Ripley has less crime — 137 vs 191 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ilkeston saw somewhat more crime than Ripley in February 2026 (191 vs 137 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ilkeston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (24) and Public order (18), while Ripley has more Drugs (16) and Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ilkeston or Ripley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Ripley recorded fewer crimes than Ilkeston — 137 vs 191 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ilkeston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Ripley had more Drugs and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ripley recorded fewer total crimes (137 vs 191).

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