Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV1 · Coventry
955
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE1 · Leicester
1,488
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Coventry has less crime — 955 vs 1,488 incidents in April 2026.
Leicester recorded notably higher crime than Coventry in April 2026 — 1,488 vs 955 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (123) and Other theft (79), while Leicester has more Public order (198) and Anti-social behaviour (177). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Coventry recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 955 vs 1,488 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Leicester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Leicester had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Coventry recorded fewer total crimes (955 vs 1,488).