Kenilworth vs Leicester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kenilworth

CV8 · Warwickshire

31

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Vehicle crime9
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Leicester

LE5 · Leicester

310

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences133
  • Criminal damage & arson36
  • Public order35

Kenilworth has less crime — 31 vs 310 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester recorded substantially more crime than Kenilworth in April 2026 — 310 incidents compared to 31, a 10.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kenilworth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (9) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Leicester has more Criminal damage & arson (36) and Public order (35). Kenilworth is below the national average while Leicester is above, making Kenilworth the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kenilworth or Leicester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kenilworth recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 31 vs 310 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Kenilworth is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kenilworth saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Leicester had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Kenilworth recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 310).

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