Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LE13 · Leicestershire
120
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Atherstone has less crime — 59 vs 120 incidents in February 2026.
Melton Mowbray recorded notably higher crime than Atherstone in February 2026 — 120 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8), while Melton Mowbray has more Criminal damage & arson (10). 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, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 59 vs 120 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Atherstone saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Melton Mowbray had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 120).