Shepshed Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Shepshed’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10% below the UK average of 8.0. This marks a continuation of the area’s generally lower-than-average crime profile, though the month saw notable shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 43% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (14%) and vehicle crime (8.4%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where violence was 13% above the national rate and public order offences were 61% higher. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of the school term and the transition to shorter evenings—may partly explain the rise in public order incidents, as increased foot traffic in local areas could contribute to heightened tensions. Vehicle crime, which surged to 9 incidents (up from 2 in August), may reflect the return of drivers to the area after summer holidays. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and burglary remained below UK averages, suggesting that community-focused policing efforts or local demographics could be influencing these trends. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where violence and public order offences are concentrated.

September 2023 saw a 27.4% increase in Shepshed’s crime rate compared to August, rising from 5.7 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This surge was driven by sharp spikes in specific categories: vehicle crime jumped 350% (from 2 to 9 incidents), and public order offences rose 87.5% (from 8 to 15). These increases may be linked to the return of students and staff to local schools and universities, as well as the seasonal shift toward darker evenings, which can alter public behaviour and policing priorities. Conversely, burglary and other theft-related crimes fell, with burglary decreasing by 42.9% (from 7 to 4 incidents) and other theft dropping by 50% (from 3 to 1). This decline aligns with the UK average for burglary but contrasts with the national trend for other theft, where Shepshed’s rate was 50% below the UK figure. The most significant deviation from UK averages occurred in violence and sexual offences, which were 13% higher than the national rate, and public order offences, which were 61% above the UK average. These disparities suggest that local factors—such as the density of public spaces or community dynamics—may be amplifying certain types of crime. Residents might find the 1-in-139 residents figure (monthly exposure) particularly relevant, as it illustrates the likelihood of encountering crime in the area over a typical month.

Shepshed’s September 2023 crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 27.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.7. This rise, though significant, still kept the area 10% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for consistent local policing efforts. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 139 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Shepshed compared to larger urban centres. When contextualised against the area’s population of 14,857, this monthly exposure rate suggests that most residents are unlikely to be directly affected by crime, though the concentration of violent and public order offences may create pockets of higher risk. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that while Shepshed is generally safer than the national average, its performance varies by crime type. For instance, the area’s violent crime rate was 13% above the UK average, which could reflect local social dynamics or policing challenges. Conversely, anti-social behaviour was 55% below the UK rate, indicating effective community engagement or environmental design that deters such incidents. These contrasting trends highlight the importance of tailored approaches to crime prevention, rather than relying on broad national benchmarks.