Barkby vs Coventry — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barkby

LE7 · Leicestershire

63

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Coventry

CV4 · Coventry

233

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences72
  • Shoplifting30
  • Burglary26

Barkby has less crime — 63 vs 233 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Coventry recorded substantially more crime than Barkby in April 2026 — 233 incidents compared to 63, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (8), while Coventry has more Shoplifting (30) and Burglary (26). Barkby is below the national average while Coventry is above, making Barkby the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Barkby or Coventry safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Barkby recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 63 vs 233 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Barkby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Barkby and Coventry?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Coventry had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Barkby recorded fewer total crimes (63 vs 233).

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