Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Atherstone has less crime — 49 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Wigston recorded substantially more crime than Atherstone in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 49, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), while Wigston has more Public order (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Wigston — 49 vs 168 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Atherstone saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 168).