Sileby Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,468, Sileby recorded 53 crimes in July 2023 — a rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.1% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This figure translates to one crime for every 160 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of crime in a way that aligns with the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone within Charnwood. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 32.1% of total), followed by public order (10, 18.9%) and criminal damage and arson (9, 17.0%). These patterns may be influenced by the summer season, with festivals, extended daylight, and increased foot traffic in public spaces creating conditions conducive to anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The UK comparison further illustrates Sileby’s relatively safer profile — particularly in property crime categories like burglary (3.8% below UK average) and shoplifting (67% below). However, the sharp rise in public order offences (94% above UK average) suggests a need for targeted interventions during peak summer activity. Seasonal factors such as tourism and festivals, which typically peak in July, may contribute to the observed trends, though the compact nature of the built-up area likely limits the scale of property-related crimes. The balance between violent and property crimes also reflects the area’s demographic and spatial characteristics, with a lower proportion of commercial zones compared to larger urban centres, reducing opportunities for shoplifting and vehicle crime.

July 2023 saw a dramatic surge in anti-social behaviour, jumping from one incident to five — a 400% increase — likely tied to the summer festival season and increased outdoor activity. Theft from the person and drug-related crimes both doubled from zero to one and zero to two incidents, respectively, suggesting potential shifts in local patterns during the holiday period. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 37% compared to the previous month, from 27 to 17 incidents, which may reflect the impact of summer school closures reducing youth-related conflicts. While public order offences (10 incidents) and criminal damage (9 incidents) were significantly above the UK average, other categories like burglary and shoplifting remained well below national rates. This contrast highlights the unique crime profile of Sileby, where community-focused policing and the town’s compact built-up area may contribute to lower property crime rates despite higher incidents in public order and anti-social behaviour.

In July 2023, Sileby recorded 53 crimes across its population of 8,468, translating to one reported crime for every 160 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of how frequently crime intersects with daily life in the area. On a daily basis, the town experienced roughly two crimes per day — a rate that, while seemingly low, reflects the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone within Charnwood. Comparing this to the previous month, the crime rate rose by 8.1% from 5.8 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local dynamics during the summer months. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Sileby’s crime rate remains 24.1% below the UK average, a consistent trend that underscores the area’s relatively safer profile compared to national benchmarks. However, the month-on-month rise raises questions about whether seasonal factors — such as increased foot traffic during festivals or extended daylight hours — may have temporarily elevated certain crime types.