Ilkeston vs Lowdham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ilkeston

NG10 · Derbyshire

218

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Lowdham

NG14 · Nottinghamshire

18

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Other crime3
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Lowdham has less crime — 18 vs 218 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ilkeston recorded substantially more crime than Lowdham in April 2026 — 218 incidents compared to 18, a 12.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ilkeston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (26) and Shoplifting (24), while Lowdham has more Other crime (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3). Ilkeston sits above the national average for recorded crime while Lowdham is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ilkeston or Lowdham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Lowdham recorded fewer crimes than Ilkeston — 18 vs 218 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Lowdham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ilkeston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Lowdham had more Other crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lowdham recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 218).

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