Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV1 · Coventry
955
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CV11 · Warwickshire
388
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Nuneaton has less crime — 388 vs 955 incidents in April 2026.
Coventry recorded notably higher crime than Nuneaton in April 2026 — 955 vs 388 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (123) and Other theft (79), while Nuneaton has more Anti-social behaviour (94) and Criminal damage & arson (37). 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, Nuneaton recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 388 vs 955 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Coventry 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 Nuneaton had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Nuneaton recorded fewer total crimes (388 vs 955).