Bedworth vs Leicester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bedworth

CV12 · Warwickshire

238

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Shoplifting40

Leicester

LE5 · Leicester

310

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences133
  • Criminal damage & arson36
  • Public order35

Bedworth has less crime — 238 vs 310 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester saw somewhat more crime than Bedworth in April 2026 (310 vs 238 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (67) and Shoplifting (40), while Leicester has more Criminal damage & arson (36) and Public order (35). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bedworth or Leicester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bedworth recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 238 vs 310 incidents. That is 23% 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 April 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Leicester had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Bedworth recorded fewer total crimes (238 vs 310).

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