Belper vs Derby — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belper

DE56 · Derbyshire

79

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Other theft9
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Derby

DE1 · Derby

1,080

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences376
  • Anti-social behaviour127
  • Drugs125

Belper has less crime — 79 vs 1,080 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Derby recorded substantially more crime than Belper in February 2026 — 1,080 incidents compared to 79, a 13.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belper sees higher rates of Other theft (9) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Derby has more Anti-social behaviour (127) and Drugs (125). Belper is below the national average while Derby is above, making Belper the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belper or Derby safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Belper recorded fewer crimes than Derby — 79 vs 1,080 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Belper is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Belper and Derby?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belper saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Derby had more Anti-social behaviour and Drugs. Overall, Belper recorded fewer total crimes (79 vs 1,080).

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