Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NG10 · Derbyshire
263
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NG6 · Nottingham
416
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Ilkeston has less crime — 263 vs 416 incidents in February 2026.
Nottingham recorded notably higher crime than Ilkeston in February 2026 — 416 vs 263 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ilkeston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (50), while Nottingham has more Criminal damage & arson (41). 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, Ilkeston recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 263 vs 416 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ilkeston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Nottingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ilkeston recorded fewer total crimes (263 vs 416).