Hawkes End vs Leicester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hawkes End

CV7 · Coventry

18

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime4
  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft3

Leicester

LE3 · Leicester

328

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences146
  • Criminal damage & arson49
  • Anti-social behaviour29

Hawkes End has less crime — 18 vs 328 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester recorded substantially more crime than Hawkes End in February 2026 — 328 incidents compared to 18, a 18.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hawkes End sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (4) and Other theft (3), while Leicester has more Criminal damage & arson (49) and Anti-social behaviour (29). Hawkes End is below the national average while Leicester is above, making Hawkes End the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hawkes End or Leicester safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hawkes End recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 18 vs 328 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Hawkes End is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Hawkes End and Leicester?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hawkes End saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Leicester had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Hawkes End recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 328).

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