Hinckley vs Melton Mowbray — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hinckley

LE10 · Leicestershire

210

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Anti-social behaviour31
  • Shoplifting30

Melton Mowbray

LE13 · Leicestershire

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Melton Mowbray has less crime — 160 vs 210 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hinckley saw somewhat more crime than Melton Mowbray in April 2026 (210 vs 160 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hinckley or Melton Mowbray safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer crimes than Hinckley — 160 vs 210 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Hinckley is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Hinckley recorded 63 incidents of this type vs 61 in Melton Mowbray. Overall, Melton Mowbray had fewer total crimes (160 vs 210).

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