Countesthorpe Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Countesthorpe’s crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 53.5% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relative safety. This low rate translates to an everyday risk of one reported crime for every 248 residents over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in a small built-up area. The crime profile was shaped by seasonal factors, with peak summer conditions influencing activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category at 25% of total crimes, saw a 33.3% decrease compared to June, possibly linked to the summer break reducing opportunities for targeted crimes. Public order offences, at 21.9% of total crimes, rose sharply, likely driven by the area’s summer festivals and increased outdoor gatherings. Burglary. of total crimes, spiked by 100% from zero to five incidents, a figure that remains 122% above the UK average for burglary. This suggests that while Countesthorpe is generally safe, isolated incidents can occur, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or during events. The area’s built-up nature within Blaby, combined with its proximity to rural spaces, may create a unique dynamic where community engagement and occasional spikes in activity coexist. The seasonal context of July—schools out, tourism peak, and festivals—likely contributed to the mix of crime types observed, with public order and property crimes reflecting the impact of transient populations and increased social activity.

July 2025 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with criminal damage and arson surging by 300% from one to four incidents—a jump that may reflect increased outdoor activity during summer festivals. Public order offences also rose sharply, increasing by 133.3% as the area’s nightlife and event calendar likely intensified. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 33.3%, potentially linked to the summer break reducing opportunities for targeted crimes. Burglary saw a 100% increase, moving from zero to five incidents, though this remains significantly above the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000). This spike may be tied to seasonal patterns, such as increased property visibility during open-air events. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 25%, due to heightened community engagement during the summer months. For residents, the most concrete takeaway is the 133.3% rise in public order offences, which could indicate a need for increased vigilance at local events and gatherings.

July 2025 saw a 3.3% increase in Countesthorpe’s crime rate compared to June, rising from 3.9 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This small upward shift contrasts with the broader trend of being 53.5% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day during July, a figure that, while low, underscores the sporadic nature of incidents in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 248 residents, a statistic that, when contextualised with the local population of 7,920, suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable given Countesthorpe’s status as a relatively low-crime area, where the combination of rural proximity and urban infrastructure may create a unique balance between community cohesion and isolated incidents. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that even minor fluctuations in crime rates can feel more pronounced in smaller communities, where a single incident may be more visible to local residents.