Enderby and Narborough Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Enderby and Narborough's December 2024 crime rate of 12.9 per 1,000 residents placed it 81.7% above the UK average, a stark outlier in the national context. The most striking finding was the shoplifting rate, which stood at 4.4 per 1,000—672% higher than the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This category alone accounted for 34.4% of all reported crimes, underscoring its dominance in the local crime profile. Violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) and public order offences (1.2 per 1,000) followed, with the latter 167% above the UK average. These figures may be influenced by December's seasonal dynamics: the Christmas shopping peak, extended dark evenings, and the potential for empty homes during holiday absences. The area's crime mix also included a notable rise in 'other crime' (0.5 per 1,000), which was 212% above the UK average, suggesting unclassified or emerging patterns of criminal activity. While the overall rate reflects a challenging month, the breakdown highlights a specific focus on retail spaces and public areas, consistent with the area's likely mix of small businesses and community hubs. The seasonal context—dark evenings and increased foot traffic during festive periods—may have created conditions conducive to shoplifting and public order incidents, though the exact causal links remain speculative. This data illustrates a built-up area grappling with pressures that align with its local character, where commercial activity and seasonal rhythms intersect with broader crime trends.

December 2024 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with reported incidents jumping from 21 to 53—a 152.4% increase. This spike, which places the local rate at 4.4 per 1,000 (672% above the UK average), may partly explain the area's overall 81.7% above-average crime rate. Other crime also rose sharply, with incidents increasing from 2 to 6 (+200.0%), indicating a broader uptick in non-specific criminal activity. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by 50.0% (from 18 to 9), and drug-related crimes dropped by 75.0% (from 4 to 1), suggesting some shifts in criminal focus during the month. The violent crime category, at 3.0 per 1,000, was 17% above the UK average, while public order offences—1.2 per 1,000—were 167% above national rates. These figures highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with December's dark evenings and festive shopping likely contributing to the spike in shoplifting.

Enderby and Narborough's crime rate in December 2024 rose to 12.9 per 1,000 residents, a 22.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.5 per 1,000. This shift reflects a growing trend in reported crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that may offer residents a tangible sense of the local crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 78 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a community of 11,973. While this monthly exposure rate is a local metric, it underscores the need for continued awareness and community engagement. The population context further illustrates that even modest increases in crime rates can have significant impacts on a relatively small area, where each incident is more visibly felt. This data also shows that Enderby and Narborough's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with certain categories—like shoplifting—far exceeding national norms.