Great Glen Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 saw Great Glen maintain a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This built-up area within Harborough demonstrates a consistent pattern of lower-than-national crime levels, likely reflecting its compact urban character and limited industrial activity. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (11 cases, 40.7% of total), followed by public order (6 cases, 22.2%) and shoplifting (6 cases, 22.2%). These figures align with seasonal trends, as Easter and spring weather typically increase outdoor activity, potentially contributing to higher incidents of public order issues and personal crimes. The area's lower property crime rate (9 cases, 33.3% of total) compared to the UK average suggests effective community policing or a demographic profile with fewer high-value assets. While violence and sexual offences remain a concern, their rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, indicating a relatively safer environment for residents. The absence of significant burglary or vehicle crime (each at 0.2 per 1,000) further reinforces this trend, though the small numbers mean caution is needed in interpreting these figures. The overall picture illustrates a balance between manageable crime levels and targeted challenges, particularly in public safety and retail security.

April 2025 marked a 68.7% increase in Great Glen's crime rate compared to March, driven by sharp rises in specific categories. Public order offences surged 200% month-on-month, jumping from 2 to 6 cases, a shift that may reflect increased foot traffic during the Easter period. Violence and sexual offences also rose sharply, doubling from 5 to 11 cases, a trend consistent with seasonal patterns of heightened social interaction. While these increases are notable, they remain significantly below UK averages: violence and sexual offences are 23% below the national rate, and burglary is 26% below. However, public order and shoplifting offences are both above the UK average, with public order at 104% and shoplifting at 67% above. This contrast highlights the area's unique crime profile, where community-focused policing may mitigate some issues but struggles with retail-related crimes. For residents, the most immediate concern is the doubling of public order incidents, which could indicate a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. The data also reveals that property crimes, though present, remain relatively low, with burglary and vehicle crime each at 0.2 per 1,000, far below the UK averages of 0.3 and 0.4 respectively.

Great Glen's crime rate in April 2025 (4.9 per 1,000) represents a 68.7% increase compared to March's rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This rise translates to roughly 1 reported crime per day over the month, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's compact size and population of 5,496 residents. When scaled to the local population, this means one crime occurred for every 204 residents over the course of the month, a ratio that suggests the impact of each incident is proportionally significant. The previous month's rate was lower, indicating a potential seasonal shift as Easter activities and spring weather increase public space usage. This comparison underscores the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both temporal and demographic frameworks. While the absolute numbers remain low, the year-on-year trajectory shows a need for vigilance in managing public order and retail security. The population context also highlights that even small increases can have tangible effects on community safety, particularly in a built-up area where density amplifies the visibility of crime. For residents, the 1-in-204 monthly exposure figure provides a concrete measure of risk, though it should be balanced against the area's overall performance relative to the UK average.