Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE45 · Derbyshire
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE5 · Derbyshire
137
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Bakewell has less crime — 12 vs 137 incidents in February 2026.
Ripley recorded substantially more crime than Bakewell in February 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 12, a 11.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bakewell sees higher rates of Public order (3) and Anti-social behaviour (2), while Ripley has more Drugs (16) and Criminal damage & arson (16). 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, Bakewell recorded fewer crimes than Ripley — 12 vs 137 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Bakewell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bakewell saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Ripley had more Drugs and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bakewell recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 137).