Charnwood Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Charnwood’s overall crime rate in November 2024 was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area’s generally lower crime profile, though it is not without its challenges. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.2% of all reported incidents—slightly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 16.0% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson accounted for 9.5%. These figures are consistent with Charnwood’s character as a mixed-use district, where urban and semi-rural elements coexist. Seasonal factors in November, such as the darkening evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night, may have influenced the crime profile, potentially reducing opportunities for outdoor crimes. However, the relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to property crimes suggests that local dynamics—such as social interactions in public spaces—play a significant role. The UK comparison also reveals that Charnwood’s rates for shoplifting and vehicle crime are lower than the national average, a trend that may be attributed to effective local policing or the area’s lower retail density. These patterns underscore the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as local geography, demographics, and seasonal events can all shape the crime picture in meaningful ways.

November 2024 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, including a 70% drop in robbery, a 61.5% decrease in possession of weapons, and a 61.1% decline in bicycle theft. These decreases may be linked to heightened awareness around Black Friday shopping or increased security measures in high-risk areas. Conversely, other crime categories saw modest increases: other crime rose by 23.7%, other theft by 16.9%, and shoplifting by 14.3%. Despite these increases, shoplifting in Charnwood remained 28% below the UK average, a significant gap that may reflect the area’s lower retail density or effective local policing strategies. The breakdown of violent crime also showed a 19% deficit compared to the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 2.1 per 1,000—though this remains the most common category. For residents, the sharp decline in bicycle theft offers a concrete example of how targeted interventions or seasonal awareness campaigns can yield measurable results.

Charnwood’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 6.1% decrease from the previous month’s 6.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the local context of shorter daylight hours, which may reduce opportunities for outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 39 crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects the overall trend but remains distinct from UK-wide comparisons. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in Charnwood compared to other areas. With a population of 188,385, the monthly aggregate suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime, though localized pockets—such as high-traffic retail zones—may see more frequent incidents. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Charnwood’s crime profile is consistent with its character as a mixed-use district, where urban and semi-rural elements intersect.