Barrow upon Soar Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Barrow upon Soar in November 2025 reveals a distinct mix of crime types that reflects both local characteristics and seasonal influences. With a total crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—39.7% below the UK average—the area demonstrates a consistently lower level of criminal activity compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes at 28.1%, followed by anti-social behaviour at 21.9% and criminal damage and arson at 18.8%. This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal and property-related incidents, though the absence of significant violent crime spikes compared to other areas indicates a stable community environment. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the onset of darker evenings may have contributed to the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, a trend seen in other small built-up areas during late autumn. Conversely, the sharp decline in violence and sexual offences—down 62.5% from the previous month—may be partly explained by the transition into winter, when outdoor activity and social interactions decrease. The relatively low prevalence of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.3 per 1,000) aligns with the area's characteristics as a smaller built-up area within Charnwood, where car theft and break-ins are less common than in larger urban centres. This crime mix illustrates a balance between community-specific vulnerabilities and broader seasonal patterns, offering insight into the unique dynamics of crime in this part of Leicestershire.

November saw a 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This spike aligns with seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which often correlates with increased fire-related incidents in smaller communities. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 62.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 24 to 9. This decline suggests a possible seasonal shift, with fewer incidents during the darker winter months. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime category at 21.9% of the total, though it was 6% below the UK average. The sharp rise in drug-related offences—up 100% from 0 to 3 cases—may indicate a localized issue warranting further attention. Vehicle crime fell by 50%, consistent with the area's low rate of 0.1 per 1,000, which is 75% below the UK average. These shifts in crime mix highlight the area's unique challenges and successes in maintaining public safety, with property crimes remaining a smaller proportion of the total compared to violent offences.

Barrow upon Soar's crime rate in November 2025 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 31.8% decrease from the previous month's 6.4 per 1,000. This decline places the area significantly below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent trend of lower crime levels compared to national benchmarks. Daily crime activity averaged roughly one incident per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the area's low overall rate. When scaled to the local population of 7,363, the monthly exposure means one reported crime occurred for approximately every 230 residents. This statistic provides context for residents: over the course of a typical month, the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the effectiveness of local policing efforts in maintaining safety, though seasonal factors like shorter evenings and Bonfire Night may have influenced specific incidents. These figures contrast sharply with areas where crime rates exceed 10 per 1,000, underscoring Barrow upon Soar's position as a comparatively secure built-up area.