Blaby and Whetstone Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 14,927 residents, January 2026 saw 72 crimes reported, equating to a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 people. This figure is 29.4% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile than national benchmarks. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (24 cases, 33.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (16 cases, 22.2%) and burglary (9 cases, 12.5%). Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, as January's post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours typically reduce retail footfall and outdoor activity, which may contribute to lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime. However, the area's burglary rate remains an outlier, 114% above the UK average, suggesting local vulnerabilities that could be linked to specific housing stock or community characteristics. The overall crime mix shows a balance between violent and property crime, with violence and sexual offences slightly outnumbering property-related incidents. This profile contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically dominates. The data aligns with Blaby and Whetstone's character as a built-up area within Blaby, where a mix of residential and commercial spaces may create unique crime dynamics. While the lower-than-average rate indicates general safety, the spike in burglary and anti-social behaviour highlights areas requiring targeted attention.

January 2026 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with burglary reporting a 350% month-on-month increase from 2 to 9 incidents. This spike contrasts sharply with the 33.3% decrease in vehicle crime, which fell from 3 to 2. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, rising from 8 to 16 cases, suggesting increased community tensions or changes in policing focus. The area's burglary rate is 114% above the UK average, a stark outlier in an otherwise below-average profile. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained 36% below the UK average at 1.6 per 1,000 residents. The data also shows a 133.3% rise in other theft, possibly linked to seasonal retail patterns. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in burglary-prone areas while maintaining the area's relative strength in reducing violent crime.

Blaby and Whetstone recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, a 23.9% increase from the previous month's 3.9 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day, or one crime for every 207 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains 29.4% below the UK average, the shift in crime mix suggests evolving local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the rise, the area's crime burden remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The daily crime figure offers a tangible sense of frequency for residents: in a typical day, two incidents occur across the built-up area's 14,927 residents. This context helps frame whether the increase reflects a temporary fluctuation or a broader trend, particularly as January's post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours may influence crime patterns differently than in other months.