Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE55 · Derbyshire
90
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE15 · Staffordshire
177
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Alfreton has less crime — 90 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.
Burton upon Trent recorded notably higher crime than Alfreton in February 2026 — 177 vs 90 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alfreton sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Burton upon Trent has more Shoplifting (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alfreton recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 90 vs 177 incidents. That is 49% 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 177).