Melton Mowbray vs Swarkestone — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Melton Mowbray

LE14 · Leicestershire

30

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Other theft3

Swarkestone

DE73 · Derbyshire

15

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft3
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Swarkestone has less crime — 15 vs 30 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Melton Mowbray recorded notably higher crime than Swarkestone in April 2026 — 30 vs 15 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Melton Mowbray or Swarkestone safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Swarkestone recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 15 vs 30 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Swarkestone is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Melton Mowbray and Swarkestone?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Melton Mowbray recorded 15 incidents of this type vs 4 in Swarkestone. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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