Enderby and Narborough Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 11,973, Enderby and Narborough recorded 140 crimes in April 2023, equating to a rate of 11.7 per 1,000 residents—56% higher than the UK average of 7.5. This figure translates to roughly one crime for every 86 residents over the course of the month, a stark reminder of the area’s elevated risk profile. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.7% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 4.2 per 1,000 (62% above the UK average). This category likely reflects the area’s character as a built-up locality with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where interpersonal conflicts may be more common. Other theft and shoplifting followed closely, with rates 168% and 171% above the UK average respectively, potentially linked to the presence of retail outlets and high foot traffic in local centres. Seasonal factors may also play a role: April’s Easter period and milder spring weather could have increased outdoor activity, contributing to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences in previous months. However, these categories saw notable declines this April, due to shorter evenings and reduced socialising. The area’s crime profile highlights a combination of local demographics, infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms, with violent crime and property-related offences dominating the landscape.

April 2023 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with burglary increasing by 600% (from 1 to 7 cases) and bicycle theft doubling (from 0 to 5). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal trends such as increased cycling during spring and the Easter period. Conversely, public order offences fell by 56.5%, possibly linked to reduced outdoor gatherings as weather turned cooler. Violence and sexual offences remain a major concern, with a rate of 4.2 per 1,000—62% above the UK average. This category alone accounts for 35.7% of all crimes, suggesting a need for targeted interventions. Other theft also rose sharply, with a 55% increase from 40 to 18 cases, though it still remains 168% above the UK average. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 33% below the UK rate, a contrast to the area’s higher-than-average rates for theft-related offences.

The crime rate in Enderby and Narborough for April 2023 (11.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 26.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 16.0 per 1,000, reflecting a notable downward trend. This reduction aligns with a localised drop in anti-social behaviour (down 55.6%) and public order offences (down 56.5%), which may be influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and reduced outdoor activity during April. However, the area still reports a crime rate 56% above the UK average, underscoring persistent challenges. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than March, remains higher than the national average. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 86 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of around 12,000 people. This statistic, when contextualised with the area’s population size, illustrates the need for continued local policing efforts and community engagement.