Groby vs Swarkestone — 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

Swarkestone

DE73 · Derbyshire

15

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft3
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Swarkestone has less crime — 15 vs 38 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Groby recorded substantially more crime than Swarkestone in April 2026 — 38 incidents compared to 15, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Groby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6), while Swarkestone has more Other theft (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Groby or Swarkestone safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Swarkestone recorded fewer crimes than Groby — 15 vs 38 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Swarkestone is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Groby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Swarkestone had more Other theft. Overall, Swarkestone recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 38).

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