Atherstone vs Swarkestone — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Atherstone

CV9 · Warwickshire

59

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Shoplifting8

Swarkestone

DE73 · Derbyshire

4

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Swarkestone has less crime — 4 vs 59 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Atherstone recorded substantially more crime than Swarkestone in February 2026 — 59 incidents compared to 4, a 14.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Shoplifting (8), while Swarkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Atherstone or Swarkestone safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Swarkestone recorded fewer crimes than Atherstone — 4 vs 59 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Swarkestone is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Atherstone and Swarkestone?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Atherstone saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Swarkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swarkestone recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 59).

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