Broughton Astley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 saw Broughton Astley maintain its status as a low-crime area, with an overall rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents—62.5% below the UK average of 6.4. This figure, though modest, reflects the area’s longstanding position as a built-up region with a historically low crime profile. The breakdown of crimes highlights the dominance of Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.5% of the total, followed by Anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and Criminal damage and arson (17.4%). These figures align with the area’s character as a relatively stable, low-density built-up space, where community engagement and geographic factors may contribute to reduced opportunities for violent crime. Seasonal context plays a role in shaping the crime picture: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to the 20% drop in anti-social behaviour and the overall reduction in crime compared to January. However, the 100% increases in Other theft, Drugs, and Vehicle crime suggest localized disruptions, linked to temporary changes in illicit activity or unsecured property. The area’s crime profile is further reinforced by its population size (9,770 residents), which ensures that even small absolute numbers translate to manageable policing challenges. This stability contrasts sharply with UK-wide trends, where the average resident faces a significantly higher risk of encountering crime, though the exact disparity remains unquantified at the daily level. The data underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused policing strategies and addressing specific vulnerabilities, such as vehicle security, to sustain Broughton Astley’s low-crime trajectory.

February 2026 marked a dramatic reversal in specific crime categories, with Other theft, Drugs, and Vehicle crime each surging by 100% compared to January—a stark contrast to the previous month’s figures. This spike, while small in absolute terms (2, 1, and 1 incidents respectively), raises questions about potential disruptions in local dynamics, such as changes in illicit activity patterns or temporary vulnerabilities in property security. Conversely, Anti-social behaviour fell by 20% (from 5 to 4 incidents), and Other crime dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), reflecting a broader trend of reduced non-violent incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 43.5% of total crimes, but this rate was 57% below the UK average, highlighting Broughton Astley’s relative safety. The drop in anti-social behaviour may be linked to seasonal factors, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could reduce opportunities for public disorder. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it signals a need for heightened awareness around car security despite the overall low crime rate. This shift contrasts with the previous month’s stability, suggesting that even minor fluctuations in specific categories can dominate the local crime picture.

Broughton Astley’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, an 11.7% decline from the previous month’s 2.7 per 1,000. This reduction, though modest, reinforces the area’s historical position as one of the UK’s safest built-up regions, with its rate 62.5% below the national average of 6.4. Over the course of the month, the 23 total crimes reported equated to roughly one incident per day—a figure that, while low, offers a tangible sense of scale for residents. When contextualised by population, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for every 425 residents, a statistic that underscores the area’s rarity in encountering criminal activity. This manageable scale allows local policing to maintain proactive engagement, though the absolute numbers remain small enough that even minor fluctuations can appear significant. The contrast with UK-wide trends is stark: Broughton Astley’s crime rate is not merely lower but so, with violent and sexual offences alone contributing 43.5% of total crimes yet remaining 57% below the UK average. This suggests a combination of demographic factors, geographic isolation, and community cohesion that may contribute to the area’s sustained safety, though further analysis would be required to confirm these connections.