Barkby vs Gilmorton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barkby

LE7 · Leicestershire

67

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Shoplifting6

Gilmorton

LE17 · Leicestershire

9

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Drugs1
  • Public order1

Gilmorton has less crime — 9 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Barkby recorded substantially more crime than Gilmorton in February 2026 — 67 incidents compared to 9, a 7.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (15) and Shoplifting (6), while Gilmorton has more Drugs (1) and Public order (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 Barkby or Gilmorton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Gilmorton recorded fewer crimes than Barkby — 9 vs 67 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Gilmorton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Gilmorton had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Gilmorton recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 67).

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