Groby vs Leicester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Groby

LE6 · Leicestershire

38

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences11
  • Criminal damage & arson6
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Leicester

LE4 · Leicester

284

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences95
  • Anti-social behaviour51
  • Criminal damage & arson29

Groby has less crime — 38 vs 284 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester recorded substantially more crime than Groby in April 2026 — 284 incidents compared to 38, a 7.5x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Leicester records significantly more (95 vs 11 incidents). Groby is below the national average while Leicester is above, making Groby the safer choice on this measure.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Groby report — £4.99 Get the full Leicester report — £4.99
View Groby area page → View Leicester area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Groby or Leicester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Groby recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 38 vs 284 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Groby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Groby and Leicester?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Groby recorded 11 incidents of this type vs 95 in Leicester. Overall, Groby had fewer total crimes (38 vs 284).

Compare other areas

Leicester vs LeicesterBarkby vs LeicesterGroby vs LeicesterGroby vs LeicesterGroby vs Oadby