Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE5 · Leicester
310
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE12 · Leicestershire
361
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Leicester has less crime — 310 vs 361 incidents in April 2026.
Loughborough saw somewhat more crime than Leicester in April 2026 (361 vs 310 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (36) and Public order (35), while Loughborough has more Shoplifting (93) and Anti-social behaviour (58). 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 Loughborough — 310 vs 361 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Loughborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Loughborough had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Leicester recorded fewer total crimes (310 vs 361).