Nottingham vs Nottingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Nottingham

NG3 · Nottingham

319

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Shoplifting29

Nottingham

NG7 · Nottingham

1,022

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences267
  • Anti-social behaviour173
  • Shoplifting113

Nottingham has less crime — 319 vs 1,022 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Nottingham recorded substantially more crime than Nottingham in February 2026 — 1,022 incidents compared to 319, a 3.2x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Nottingham records significantly more (267 vs 128 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Nottingham or Nottingham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Nottingham recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 319 vs 1,022 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Nottingham and Nottingham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Nottingham recorded 128 incidents of this type vs 267 in Nottingham. Overall, Nottingham had fewer total crimes (319 vs 1,022).

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