Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PE1 · Peterborough
723
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
PE3 · Peterborough
360
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Peterborough has less crime — 360 vs 723 incidents in April 2026.
Peterborough recorded notably higher crime than Peterborough in April 2026 — 723 vs 360 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Peterborough sees higher rates of Public order (58), while Peterborough has more Shoplifting (39). 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, Peterborough recorded fewer crimes than Peterborough — 360 vs 723 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Peterborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Peterborough saw higher rates of Public order while Peterborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Peterborough recorded fewer total crimes (360 vs 723).