Leicester vs Leicester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leicester

LE3 · Leicester

328

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences129
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Criminal damage & arson42

Leicester

LE4 · Leicester

284

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Leicester has less crime — 284 vs 328 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester saw somewhat more crime than Leicester in April 2026 (328 vs 284 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Leicester records significantly more (129 vs 95 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leicester or Leicester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Leicester recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 284 vs 328 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Leicester is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Leicester recorded 129 incidents of this type vs 95 in Leicester. Overall, Leicester had fewer total crimes (284 vs 328).

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