Syston Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Syston, the crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents in February 2026 translates to a daily risk of encountering approximately two crimes, a figure that remains significantly lower than the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This rate, which is 29.7% below the national benchmark, reflects a broader pattern of relative safety in the built-up area of Charnwood. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.3%) and vehicle crime (8.2%). These figures suggest that personal safety remains a primary concern for locals, though the absence of a sharp seasonal spike in February aligns with the area’s typically subdued winter crime patterns. The dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with national trends, where property offences often dominate. This discrepancy may be influenced by Syston’s character as a commuter-oriented area with limited retail or nightlife hubs, which typically drive shoplifting or public order issues. However, the 160% surge in anti-social behaviour highlights a localized challenge that could be linked to factors such as community events or transient populations. Despite these fluctuations, the overall low crime rate reinforces the area’s reputation as a relatively secure environment, though targeted interventions may be needed to address emerging trends like anti-social behaviour.

February 2026 marked a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which surged by 160% compared to the previous month, reflecting a shift in the crime mix toward public disorder. This increase, from five to 13 incidents, contrasts with a 19.4% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 36 to 29 cases. The latter drop may partly explain the overall 3.2% decrease in the area’s crime rate. Shoplifting plummeted by 83.3%, from six to one incident, a trend consistent with the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity typical of February. Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from zero to four cases, highlighting vulnerabilities in personal property security. While violence and sexual offences remained 9% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour exceeded the national rate by 10%, indicating a local challenge in managing public order. These shifts suggest that seasonal factors and localized community dynamics are shaping the area’s crime trends.

Syston's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% decrease from the previous month's 4.7 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued stabilization in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes each day in February, a figure that contextualizes the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 222 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, underscores the importance of community vigilance in maintaining this level of safety. The population of 13,548 further scales these figures, showing that individual risk remains low but not negligible. Comparisons to the UK average are less relevant here, as Syston's unique demographic and geographic characteristics—such as its status as a built-up area within Charnwood—likely contribute to its distinct crime profile. The absence of a significant seasonal spike in February, despite the winter context, aligns with the area’s historically lower crime rates during this time of year.