Mountsorrel Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Mountsorrel's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that translates to 49 total crimes in a population of 14,058 — a low volume when compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area 56.2% below the national benchmark, a consistent trend that likely reflects Mountsorrel's status as a small, built-up area within Charnwood. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.8% of all reported incidents (20 cases), followed by public order offences (18.4%) and anti-social behaviour (12.2%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct are the primary concerns, though the absence of major property crime — such as burglary (2.0% share) or vehicle crime (8.2% share) — indicates a relatively secure environment for residents. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, with May's longer evenings increasing opportunities for public order incidents and outdoor drinking. However, the sharp decline in violent crime compared to April could also indicate a seasonal shift, with fewer incidents occurring as the weather warmed and social activity moved outdoors, where policing visibility is higher. The area's crime profile, while not immune to fluctuations, remains distinct from the UK average, with violence and sexual offences continuing to fall significantly below national levels — 50% lower than the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This disparity may be linked to Mountsorrel's character as a commuter-focused area with limited nightlife, reducing exposure to the types of environments that typically drive violent crime. The relatively low share of property crime, particularly burglary (0.1 per 1,000), further supports this interpretation, suggesting that the area's demographic and geographic features contribute to its unique crime dynamics.

May 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in drug-related offences, highlights shifting patterns in local criminal activity. The sharp decline in violence and sexual offences — down 45.9% from April — suggests a possible seasonal recalibration, with fewer incidents occurring in public spaces as the weather warmed. Mountsorrel's rate of violence and sexual offences (1.4 per 1,000) remains 50% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's character as a relatively quiet commuter town. Meanwhile, the 8.2% share of vehicle crime in total offences contrasts with the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, indicating that local factors — such as proximity to major roads or transport hubs — may be contributing to this category's prominence. Residents might find the 100% increase in shoplifting, from 0 to 1 incident, particularly noteworthy as it marks the first recorded instance of this crime type in the area this year.

Mountsorrel's crime rate in May 2023 fell to 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 32.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.2 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as significantly safer compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the local figure of 2 crimes per day provides a tangible sense of the scale — a relatively low frequency for a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 287 residents, illustrating that the majority of the population experienced no direct involvement in criminal activity. When contextualised against the area's population of 14,058, this suggests that most residents live in a setting where crime is not a daily concern. The reduction in violent crime, particularly the 45.9% drop in violence and sexual offences, likely reflects seasonal patterns as May's longer evenings may have shifted social activity outdoors, where policing presence is more visible. This contrast with the UK's broader trends underscores Mountsorrel's unique position as a low-crime community within a region that typically experiences higher rates.