Hinckley vs Melton Mowbray — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hinckley

LE10 · Leicestershire

189

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting33
  • Criminal damage & arson19

Melton Mowbray

LE14 · Leicestershire

30

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Vehicle crime2

Melton Mowbray has less crime — 30 vs 189 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hinckley recorded substantially more crime than Melton Mowbray in February 2026 — 189 incidents compared to 30, a 6.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hinckley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (33) and Criminal damage & arson (19), while Melton Mowbray has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Vehicle crime (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hinckley or Melton Mowbray safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer crimes than Hinckley — 30 vs 189 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Melton Mowbray is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hinckley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Melton Mowbray had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 189).

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