Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NG10 · Derbyshire
218
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NG6 · Nottingham
482
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Ilkeston has less crime — 218 vs 482 incidents in April 2026.
Nottingham recorded notably higher crime than Ilkeston in April 2026 — 482 vs 218 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ilkeston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24), while Nottingham has more Criminal damage & arson (65). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Ilkeston recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 218 vs 482 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ilkeston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Nottingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ilkeston recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 482).