Countesthorpe Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Countesthorpe’s crime rate in November 2023 was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile, a trend consistent with its character as a small built-up area within Blaby. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.1% of total incidents), followed by public order (14.3%) and other theft (14.3%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and shorter daylight hours—may have influenced patterns, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.1 per 1,000, were 58% below the UK average, suggesting a community that may benefit from strong social cohesion or effective local policing. Public order offences, though rising sharply this month, still remained well below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This contrast with the UK national picture underscores Countesthorpe’s unique position as a place where crime is not only infrequent but also lower in key categories. The data may also reflect the area’s limited commercial density, which reduces opportunities for theft and vehicle crime, though the slight increase in drugs-related offences hints at a niche challenge. Overall, the crime profile illustrates a community that, while not immune to local fluctuations, continues to outperform national benchmarks in most areas.

November 2023 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with public order offences rising by 300% compared to October, jumping from one incident to four. This surge is likely tied to Bonfire Night celebrations, which can strain local policing resources and escalate minor disputes. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 40%, possibly due to reduced traffic during the holiday period or improved security measures around parked vehicles. Another notable trend is the 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, which may reflect seasonal vandalism linked to the darker evenings of November. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 35.7%, a decrease that could be attributed to the end of term at local schools or the quieter nature of the month. The drugs category, at 0.3 per 1,000, is 50% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, indicating a specific challenge in this area that warrants further attention.

Countesthorpe's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 16.8% increase from the previous month’s 3.0 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, contrasts with the area’s long-term trend of being significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 283 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the area’s comparative safety. With a population of 7,920, this statistic translates to a manageable scale of concern for local residents, though the upward shift from October suggests a need for continued monitoring. The increase aligns with seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the tail end of Black Friday shopping, which may have influenced public order and retail-related incidents.