Barkby vs Groby — 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

Groby

LE6 · Leicestershire

26

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Public order3

Groby has less crime — 26 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Barkby recorded substantially more crime than Groby in February 2026 — 67 incidents compared to 26, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barkby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), while Groby has more Public order (3). 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 Groby safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Groby recorded fewer crimes than Barkby — 26 vs 67 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Groby is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barkby saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Groby had more Public order. Overall, Groby recorded fewer total crimes (26 vs 67).

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