Coventry vs Nuneaton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Coventry

CV6 · Coventry

382

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences140
  • Shoplifting54
  • Vehicle crime49

Nuneaton

CV10 · Warwickshire

249

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences83
  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Criminal damage & arson22

Nuneaton has less crime — 249 vs 382 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Coventry recorded notably higher crime than Nuneaton in February 2026 — 382 vs 249 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (54) and Vehicle crime (49), while Nuneaton has more Anti-social behaviour (48) and Criminal damage & arson (22). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Coventry or Nuneaton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Nuneaton recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 249 vs 382 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Coventry and Nuneaton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Nuneaton had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Nuneaton recorded fewer total crimes (249 vs 382).

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