Leicester vs Nuneaton — 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

Nuneaton

CV11 · Warwickshire

388

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences124
  • Anti-social behaviour94
  • Criminal damage & arson37

Leicester has less crime — 328 vs 388 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Nuneaton saw somewhat more crime than Leicester in April 2026 (388 vs 328 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Nuneaton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Leicester recorded fewer crimes than Nuneaton — 328 vs 388 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Nuneaton is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Leicester recorded 129 incidents of this type vs 124 in Nuneaton. Overall, Leicester had fewer total crimes (328 vs 388).

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