Broughton Astley Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broughton Astley's overall crime rate of 1.1 per 1,000 residents in December 2025 stands 84.3% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the area's unique safety profile. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (4 incidents, 36.4% of total), followed by public order offences (4 incidents, 36.4%). Both categories are significantly below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences 84% below the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. The low crime rate may reflect the area's character as a small built-up area within Harborough, where community cohesion and lower population density likely contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors in December—such as shorter evenings, holiday-related social activity, and potential empty homes—could have influenced patterns, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. The absence of property crimes (only 1 burglary reported) further contrasts with typical urban centres, where property offences often dominate. This suggests a combination of effective local policing, strong community engagement, and the area's rural-adjacent setting, which may limit exposure to crime drivers like high-density housing or commercial activity. The data illustrates a place where crime prevention measures are likely well-aligned with local needs, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific contributing factors.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to November, with public order offences doubling from 2 to 4 incidents (+100%) and drug-related crimes increasing from 0 to 1 (+100%). Conversely, burglary, anti-social behaviour, and violence and sexual offences all decreased significantly—burglary fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), anti-social behaviour dropped 80% (from 5 to 1), and violence and sexual offences declined by 60% (from 10 to 4). These changes suggest a shift in the crime mix, with public order issues becoming more prominent despite an overall drop in violent crime. The violence and sexual offences rate of 0.4 per 1,000 in December is 84% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, reinforcing the area's relative safety. For residents, the 1-in-888 resident monthly exposure rate (based on 11 total crimes) provides a concrete measure of low risk. The absence of property crimes, despite typical December pressures like Christmas shopping, may reflect effective local deterrents or the area's character as a low-density built-up zone with fewer commercial targets.

Broughton Astley's December 2025 crime rate of 1.1 per 1,000 residents represents a 66.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.4 per 1,000. This sharp decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as December's shorter daylight hours and holiday-related social patterns may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in December, a figure that underscores the exceptionally low level of criminal activity relative to other parts of the UK. Over the course of the month, 11 total crimes were reported for every 9,770 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate of 1 in 888 residents. This statistic, while abstract, provides a tangible measure of safety for local residents: the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Broughton Astley during December was significantly lower than in most comparable areas. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area's performance—its crime rate is not only 84.3% below the UK average but also suggests that local factors, such as community policing strategies or the built-up area's physical layout, may be playing a role in maintaining low crime levels. The contrast with the UK average, which includes more densely populated and urban areas, reinforces the notion that Broughton Astley's unique demographic and geographic profile contributes to its safety profile.