Ilkeston vs Swarkestone — 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

Swarkestone

DE73 · Derbyshire

4

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Swarkestone has less crime — 4 vs 191 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ilkeston recorded substantially more crime than Swarkestone in February 2026 — 191 incidents compared to 4, a 47.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ilkeston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (24) and Public order (18), while Swarkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (1). 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 Swarkestone safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Swarkestone recorded fewer crimes than Ilkeston — 4 vs 191 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Swarkestone is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ilkeston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Swarkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swarkestone recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 191).

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