Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

October 2023 presented a markedly lower crime profile for Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt, with an overall rate of 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents—67.5% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure underscores the area’s position as a relatively low-risk community, though seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and the approach of Halloween may have influenced local patterns. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.1% of total incidents (9 cases), significantly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Vehicle crime followed closely at 26.1% (6 cases), with its rate 35% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect the area’s proximity to roads or the presence of unsecured vehicles. Criminal damage and arson contributed 17.4% (4 cases), while burglary accounted for 13.0% (3 cases). These figures suggest a balance between property-related and personal safety issues, with the former showing more pronounced deviations from national trends. The low overall rate aligns with the area’s likely rural or semi-rural character, where lower population density and community-driven initiatives may contribute to reduced crime opportunities. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime highlights the need for targeted measures, such as improved street lighting or vehicle security awareness campaigns, particularly as darker evenings persist into the winter months.

October 2023 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with vehicle crime surging by 200%—rising from 2 to 6 incidents—despite the UK average for this category being 0.5 per 1,000. This 35% above UK average figure raises questions about local factors, such as increased vehicle presence or seasonal activity. Concurrently, burglary also saw a 200% increase, climbing from 1 to 3 incidents, though it remains 12% below the UK average. Public order offences, however, dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), a decline that may reflect the impact of darker evenings and Halloween-related activities, which often see heightened community engagement. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 55% (from 20 to 9), placing the rate at 1.0 per 1,000—63% below the UK average. This shift suggests a potential realignment in crime dynamics, with property-related offences gaining prominence over violent crime during the month.

October 2023 saw a 28.2% decline in the crime rate compared to the previous month, dropping from 3.6 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the local context of a built-up area within Harborough, where seasonal factors like shorter daylight hours and the transition to British Summer Time may influence crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low but consistent level of activity. Monthly exposure data indicates that, over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 391 residents—a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this community. When considering the area's population of 9,002, the crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local characteristics—such as lower population density and possibly stronger community cohesion—that may contribute to this trend. These figures offer residents a clear snapshot of their monthly risk, contextualized within both local and national benchmarks.