Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE4 · Leicester
284
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE2 · Leicester
321
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Leicester has less crime — 284 vs 321 incidents in April 2026.
Leicester and Oadby recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 284 and 321 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (51) and Criminal damage & arson (29), while Oadby has more Shoplifting (50) and Public order (34). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Leicester recorded fewer crimes than Oadby — 284 vs 321 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Oadby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Oadby had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Leicester recorded fewer total crimes (284 vs 321).