Overseal vs Ripley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Overseal

DE12 · Derbyshire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Public order2

Ripley

DE5 · Derbyshire

137

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Drugs16
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Overseal has less crime — 20 vs 137 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ripley recorded substantially more crime than Overseal in February 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 20, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Overseal sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Public order (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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Frequently asked questions

Is Overseal or Ripley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Overseal recorded fewer crimes than Ripley — 20 vs 137 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Overseal is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Overseal and Ripley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Overseal saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Ripley had more Drugs and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Overseal recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 137).

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