Anstey Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Anstey’s crime rate in April 2024 remained significantly lower than the UK average, recording 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents—45.5% below the national figure of 7.7. This sustained safety record reflects the area’s character as a relatively small, built-up community within Charnwood, where crime rates are historically lower than in larger urban centres. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 14 incidents (43.8% of all crimes), though this rate was 30% below the UK average for the same category. Other theft followed with 5 cases (15.6%), while anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson each contributed 3 incidents. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely influenced patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to higher rates of violence and sexual offences. However, these were offset by broader declines in property crime, which may be linked to the area’s lower population density and limited retail or industrial activity compared to more densely populated regions. The low overall crime rate suggests that Anstey’s community structure, including its smaller size and stronger social cohesion, may play a role in maintaining this safety profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such connections.

April 2024 marked a notable reduction in vehicle crime, which fell by 60% from 5 to 2 incidents, likely reflecting decreased traffic during the Easter holiday period. Criminal damage and arson also declined by 50%, from 6 to 3 cases, potentially linked to seasonal changes in outdoor activity. Conversely, other crime, burglary, and robbery each saw a 100% increase, though these remained low in absolute terms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 43.8% of all incidents—30% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour fell by 25%, from 4 to 3 cases, while other theft rose slightly above the UK average by 25%. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with decreases in property-related offences contrasting against isolated spikes in specific categories.

April 2024 saw Anstey’s crime rate fall to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.4. This continued downward trend aligns with the area’s consistently low crime profile compared to the UK average, which stood at 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Anstey recorded an average of one crime per day in April, reflecting the small scale of incidents in this built-up area within Charnwood. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 240 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in a community of 7,684 people. When contextualised against the UK’s broader trends, Anstey’s crime rate remains 45.5% below the national average, a gap that suggests local factors—such as community cohesion or geographical isolation—may contribute to sustained safety. This monthly exposure figure, while modest, provides a tangible benchmark for residents to gauge their likelihood of encountering crime in a typical month.