Draycott vs Melton Mowbray — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Draycott

DE72 · Derbyshire

20

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences11
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Other theft2

Melton Mowbray

LE13 · Leicestershire

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Shoplifting29
  • Anti-social behaviour26

Draycott has less crime — 20 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Melton Mowbray recorded substantially more crime than Draycott in April 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 20, a 8.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Draycott sees higher rates of Other theft (2), while Melton Mowbray has more Shoplifting (29). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Draycott or Melton Mowbray safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Draycott recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 20 vs 160 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Draycott is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Draycott and Melton Mowbray?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Draycott saw higher rates of Other theft while Melton Mowbray had more Shoplifting. Overall, Draycott recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 160).

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