Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE2 · Leicester
276
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wigston has less crime — 197 vs 276 incidents in February 2026.
Oadby saw somewhat more crime than Wigston in February 2026 (276 vs 197 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Oadby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (32), while Wigston has more Shoplifting (19). 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 February 2026 Police data, Wigston recorded fewer crimes than Oadby — 197 vs 276 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Oadby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Oadby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wigston had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wigston recorded fewer total crimes (197 vs 276).