Mountsorrel Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Mountsorrel recorded 65 crimes across its population of 14,058, translating to a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 43.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, placing the area among the safer communities in the country. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (32 incidents, 49.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (14, 21.5%) and public order issues (5, 7.7%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a relatively low-density built-up area, where community cohesion and local policing efforts may contribute to lower overall crime rates. The seasonal context of May, with extended evenings and bank holidays, likely influenced the rise in public order and anti-social behaviour incidents, as increased socialising in public spaces can drive such activity. Property crimes (13 incidents) accounted for just 20% of the total, a stark contrast to the UK average where property crimes typically make up a larger share. This suggests that the area’s focus on community engagement and local crime prevention initiatives may be effective in reducing property-related offences. The relatively low rate of violent crime—2.3 per 1,000, 19% below the UK average—further reinforces the area’s safety profile. month-on-month decrease in violent crimes may indicate a temporary fluctuation rather than a long-term trend. The absence of significant spikes in burglary or vehicle crime, both of which are below UK averages by 64% and 75% respectively, points to a broader stability in the area’s crime profile. This stability is likely supported by the area’s smaller population, lower levels of urban density, and the presence of community-led initiatives that foster a sense of collective responsibility for public safety.

The month-on-month analysis reveals a significant shift in crime dynamics. Anti-social behaviour incidents surged by 100%, rising from 7 to 14, a change that may reflect the impact of May’s bank holidays and extended daylight hours encouraging more public gatherings. Conversely, shoplifting incidents fell by 42.9% (from 7 to 4), possibly due to seasonal retail activity patterns or enhanced local retail security measures. Violent crimes also decreased by 15.8% (from 38 to 32), suggesting a possible stabilization in community tensions or the effectiveness of ongoing policing strategies. Violence and sexual offences in Mountsorrel (2.3 per 1,000) remain 19% below the UK average, highlighting the area’s relative safety in this category despite the slight increase compared to April.

Mountsorrel’s crime rate in May 2025 (4.6 per 1,000) marks a 7.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0, indicating a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent need for vigilance in community safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 216 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not provided in this data set. This statistic translates to a manageable risk for residents, with the majority of the population unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that Mountsorrel’s crime levels are proportionally minimal, suggesting that the area’s social fabric and local governance structures are effectively mitigating potential risk factors.