Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV4 · Coventry
207
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
LE2 · Leicester
342
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Coventry has less crime — 207 vs 342 incidents in March 2026.
Oadby recorded notably higher crime than Coventry in March 2026 — 342 vs 207 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22) and Shoplifting (15), 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 — 207 vs 342 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Oadby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Oadby had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Coventry recorded fewer total crimes (207 vs 342).