Swadlincote vs Swarkestone — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Swadlincote

DE11 · Derbyshire

146

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences59
  • Public order13
  • Other theft12

Swarkestone

DE73 · Derbyshire

4

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Swarkestone has less crime — 4 vs 146 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Swadlincote recorded substantially more crime than Swarkestone in February 2026 — 146 incidents compared to 4, a 36.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swadlincote sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Other theft (12), while Swarkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Swadlincote or Swarkestone safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Swarkestone recorded fewer crimes than Swadlincote — 4 vs 146 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Swarkestone is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Swadlincote and Swarkestone?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Swadlincote saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while Swarkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swarkestone recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 146).

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