Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE55 · Derbyshire
90
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE14 · Staffordshire
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alfreton has less crime — 90 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.
Burton upon Trent recorded substantially more crime than Alfreton in February 2026 — 315 incidents compared to 90, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alfreton sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Burton upon Trent has more Shoplifting (36). Alfreton is below the national average while Burton upon Trent is above, making Alfreton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alfreton recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 90 vs 315 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Alfreton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alfreton saw higher rates of Public order while Burton upon Trent had more Shoplifting. Overall, Alfreton recorded fewer total crimes (90 vs 315).