Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NG6 · Nottingham
416
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NG8 · Nottingham
242
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Nottingham has less crime — 242 vs 416 incidents in February 2026.
Nottingham recorded notably higher crime than Nottingham in February 2026 — 416 vs 242 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Nottingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (41), while Nottingham has more Shoplifting (21). 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 February 2026 Police data, Nottingham recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 242 vs 416 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Nottingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Nottingham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Nottingham recorded fewer total crimes (242 vs 416).