Bedworth vs Leicester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bedworth

CV12 · Warwickshire

194

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Shoplifting26

Leicester

LE3 · Leicester

328

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences146
  • Criminal damage & arson49
  • Anti-social behaviour29

Bedworth has less crime — 194 vs 328 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester recorded notably higher crime than Bedworth in February 2026 — 328 vs 194 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26), while Leicester has more Criminal damage & arson (49). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bedworth or Leicester safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bedworth recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 194 vs 328 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Leicester is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Bedworth and Leicester?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Leicester had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bedworth recorded fewer total crimes (194 vs 328).

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