Mountsorrel Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a mixed picture for crime in Mountsorrel, with overall rates remaining 20.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000 residents. The area recorded 72 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 36.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 20.8%. These figures align with the built-up nature of Mountsorrel, where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of disorder-related crimes. Seasonal factors likely influenced the profile, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have dampened certain crime types. However, the area's violent crime rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 18% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or environmental deterrents in place. Anti-social behaviour, while still below the UK average for some categories, showed a 21% increase compared to the national figure, a trend that may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces in a small town. The crime mix also revealed a 46% above UK average for public order offences, linked to the area's role as a commuter hub with transient populations. Despite these variations, Mountsorrel's overall crime profile remains significantly lower than the national average, a consistency that may be attributed to its relatively stable community structure and low population density compared to larger urban centres.

February 2026 saw a 50% reduction in shoplifting, with incidents dropping from 2 to 1. This decrease, though modest, aligns with seasonal trends of reduced retail activity during winter months. Conversely, vehicle crime experienced a dramatic 400% increase, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property crimes now accounting for 28% of all reported incidents compared to 36% in January. Burglary also rose sharply by 300%, increasing from 1 to 4 cases, a change that could reflect heightened security concerns in residential areas. Violence and sexual offences fell by 18.8%, dropping from 32 to 26 incidents—a reduction that may be linked to the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity. The area's violent crime rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 18% below the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the 21% above UK average for anti-social behaviour, which rose to 15 incidents.

Mountsorrel's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 14.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.5 to 5.1 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains 20.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of 3 crimes reported each day in February, a figure that reflects the area's generally low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively safe environment in Mountsorrel. This figure, when considered alongside the population of 14,058, illustrates that the majority of residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime. The shift in crime patterns since January highlights the dynamic nature of local crime trends, even within a built-up area that typically maintains lower-than-average rates.