Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE74 · Leicestershire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE3 · Derby
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Lockington has less crime — 30 vs 60 incidents in February 2026.
Mickleover recorded notably higher crime than Lockington in February 2026 — 60 vs 30 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lockington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Mickleover has more Other theft (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Lockington recorded fewer crimes than Mickleover — 30 vs 60 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Lockington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lockington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Mickleover had more Other theft. Overall, Lockington recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 60).