Blaby and Whetstone Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a combination of rising and falling crime trends in Blaby and Whetstone, a built-up area within Blaby. The overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents placed the area 42.5% below the UK average of 7.3, a consistent trend that underscores the relative safety of the community. However, the month was defined by a sharp increase in violence and sexual offences, with 23 cases — 36.5% of all reported crimes — becoming the most significant category. This spike, though still below the UK average for this category, may be partly explained by seasonal factors such as the darker evenings of November, the timing of Bonfire Night, and the shopping activity around Black Friday. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with 20 incidents reported — a 150% increase from October — and accounting for 31.8% of total crimes. This category, which is 23% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, suggests a growing challenge in managing community disturbances. Meanwhile, property crimes remained relatively low, with only 13 cases reported, including 4 burglaries and 2 instances of shoplifting. The latter, at 0.1 per 1,000, was 84% below the UK average, a reflection of the area's lower retail density compared to larger urban centres. The month's crime picture, while still showing a marked safety advantage over the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in addressing rising anti-social behaviour and violence, particularly during the darker months of the year.

November 2025 saw a stark rise in anti-social behaviour, increasing by 150% to 20 incidents — the highest category in the month. This surge, from 8 to 20 cases, suggests a significant shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as dark evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night. Meanwhile, other crime and drug-related incidents both doubled from zero to one case, indicating new or emerging issues. In contrast, vehicle crime dropped by 75% (4 to 1), burglary fell by 55.6% (9 to 4), and criminal damage decreased by 50% (4 to 2). These declines may reflect improved security measures or seasonal inactivity, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour remains a concern. The category of violence and sexual offences, at 23 cases, remains 42% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent gap in local crime trends compared to national benchmarks.

Blaby and Whetstone's crime rate rose slightly from 4.0 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, marking a 6.8% increase compared to October. This brings the total monthly crimes to 63, equating to roughly two reported crimes per day. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 237 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents against the local population of 14,927. While the overall rate remains 42.5% below the UK average, the rise in anti-social behaviour and violence underscores a shift in crime patterns. The 1-in-237 ratio suggests that while the area is still relatively safe, residents may experience heightened awareness of local issues. The monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible measure for understanding the frequency of crime in daily life, helping residents contextualise risks within their community. The slight upward trend, though modest, warrants attention to emerging patterns in specific categories.