Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE14 · Staffordshire
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
DE1 · Derby
1,080
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Burton upon Trent has less crime — 315 vs 1,080 incidents in February 2026.
Derby recorded substantially more crime than Burton upon Trent in February 2026 — 1,080 incidents compared to 315, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton upon Trent sees higher rates of Shoplifting (36), while Derby has more Drugs (125). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Burton upon Trent recorded fewer crimes than Derby — 315 vs 1,080 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Derby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burton upon Trent saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Derby had more Drugs. Overall, Burton upon Trent recorded fewer total crimes (315 vs 1,080).