Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV6 · Coventry
382
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
LE4 · Leicester
199
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Leicester has less crime — 199 vs 382 incidents in February 2026.
Coventry recorded notably higher crime than Leicester in February 2026 — 382 vs 199 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (54) and Vehicle crime (49), while Leicester has more Anti-social behaviour (32) and Other theft (20). 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 February 2026 Police data, Leicester recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 199 vs 382 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Leicester had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Leicester recorded fewer total crimes (199 vs 382).