Ilkeston vs Sutton in Ashfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ilkeston

NG10 · Derbyshire

263

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Shoplifting50
  • Anti-social behaviour50

Sutton in Ashfield

NG15 · Nottinghamshire

180

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Shoplifting33

Sutton in Ashfield has less crime — 180 vs 263 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ilkeston saw somewhat more crime than Sutton in Ashfield in February 2026 (263 vs 180 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Ilkeston records significantly more (84 vs 54 incidents). 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 Sutton in Ashfield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Sutton in Ashfield recorded fewer crimes than Ilkeston — 180 vs 263 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Ilkeston is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Ilkeston and Sutton in Ashfield?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Ilkeston recorded 84 incidents of this type vs 54 in Sutton in Ashfield. Overall, Sutton in Ashfield had fewer total crimes (180 vs 263).

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