Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV3 · Coventry
302
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
LE2 · Leicester
342
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Coventry has less crime — 302 vs 342 incidents in March 2026.
Coventry and Oadby recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 302 and 342 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (29) and Criminal damage & arson (28), while Oadby has more Public order (42) and Anti-social behaviour (40). 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 March 2026 Police data, Coventry recorded fewer crimes than Oadby — 302 vs 342 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Oadby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Oadby had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Coventry recorded fewer total crimes (302 vs 342).