Blaby Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Blaby recorded 655 crimes across its population of 108,165 residents, resulting in a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 people. This rate is 10.3% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer profile compared to the national picture. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (39.1% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.1%) and shoplifting (10.7%). These patterns align with seasonal factors typical of January, including reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime but higher indoor-related incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.4 per 1,000, were 4% below the UK average, while shoplifting exceeded the national rate by 23%. The data also shows anti-social behaviour was 14% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Blaby's likely suburban or semi-rural character, where community cohesion may mitigate such incidents. However, the sharp rise in burglary, which surged by 158.8% from the previous month, suggests a need for greater attention to property crime prevention. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, masks a combination of local dynamics, including the impact of economic factors and social trends. The rise in violence and sexual offences, which now account for nearly 40% of all reported crimes, may be linked to specific community challenges or unmet needs that require targeted support. Meanwhile, the decline in certain categories, such as robbery and public order offences, highlights the variability of crime patterns and the importance of ongoing monitoring. For residents, these statistics underscore the need for a balanced approach to crime prevention that addresses both emerging and persistent issues. The data also reveals that other crime, which includes a range of non-specific incidents, rose significantly, indicating a potential gap in current crime categorisation or reporting practices. This suggests that further analysis is required to fully understand the drivers behind these changes and to ensure that local initiatives are aligned with the most pressing concerns of the community.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in burglary, with a 158.8% rise from 17 to 44 incidents, and a 46.3% jump in violence and sexual offences, reaching 256 cases. Other crime also rose by 42.1%, from 19 to 27. These increases contrast with declines in robbery (-40.0%), public order offences (-33.3%), and theft from the person (-28.6%). Shoplifting, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 23% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour remained 14% below the national rate. The shift in crime mix suggests a growing focus on property-related offences, despite the overall rate remaining below the UK average. For residents, the 158.8% surge in burglary may signal heightened concerns about home security. The rise in violence and sexual offences, now comprising 39.1% of total incidents, points to a need for targeted interventions in areas where such crimes are concentrated. Meanwhile, the decline in public order offences could reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced social gatherings during the post-holiday period. The data also reveals that other crime, which includes a range of non-specific incidents, rose significantly, indicating a potential gap in current crime categorisation or reporting practices.

Blaby's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 22.7% increase from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 21 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 165 residents over the course of the month. While the rate remains 10.3% below the UK average, the monthly increase highlights a shift in local patterns. The population context shows that for every 1,000 people in Blaby, there were 6.1 crimes, compared to 6.8 for the UK as a whole. This suggests Blaby's crime profile, while lower than the national average, is showing a notable upward trend in specific categories. The daily crime count provides a tangible measure for residents, illustrating the pace at which incidents occur in the area. Over the course of the month, the frequency of crimes indicates that residents may experience a crime roughly once every 165 people. This monthly exposure figure underscores the need for community vigilance and awareness. The contrast between the daily and monthly perspectives highlights how crime trends can fluctuate, with certain categories, such as burglary and violence, showing sharp increases that may not be immediately evident when considering the overall rate.