Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt recorded a crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents in December 2024, placing the area 66.2% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This rate, while low, reflects a notable upward trend compared to the previous month. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (50.0% of total crimes), followed by burglary and anti-social behaviour (9.1% each). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of December, including increased retail activity, darker evenings, and the holiday period, which may contribute to higher incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s low crime rate overall suggests a generally safe environment, but the sharp rise in violent crime — particularly a 120% increase in violence and sexual offences — underscores a need for community awareness. The relatively low levels of property crime, such as burglary and vehicle crime, which are 35% and 75% below the UK average respectively, indicate that the area’s built-up character and possibly its lower population density may deter certain types of crime. However, the combination of seasonal factors and the recent uptick in violent incidents deserves closer attention from residents and local authorities.

December 2024 marked a sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, which surged by 120% to 11 incidents — the most common crime type in the area. This increase, from 5 to 11 cases, is particularly concerning given the area’s generally low crime profile. Burglary and anti-social behaviour also rose by 100%, doubling from one to two incidents each. These jumps may be linked to seasonal factors such as empty homes during the holidays and increased social activity. Despite these increases, the area’s crime rate remains 66.2% below the UK average, with violent crime rates 53% lower than the national figure. Residents should be aware of the heightened risk of violence, especially during evening hours, and consider taking additional precautions. The drop in vehicle crime by 50% and criminal damage by 33.3% suggests that some crime types are less affected by the season, though these decreases are smaller in scale compared to the rises.

The crime rate in Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt rose by 56.4% from 1.6 to 2.4 per 1,000 residents in December 2024 compared to the previous month. While this increase is notable, the daily crime count remains low, with just one reported crime per day on average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 409 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk for local residents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, but the upward trend highlights the need for vigilance. The population of 9,002 residents means that even small increases in crime can have a visible impact on community safety. The rise in violent crimes, in particular, contrasts with the area’s historically low crime profile, suggesting that seasonal factors such as dark evenings and holiday-related activity may be contributing to this shift. However, the overall rate remains far below the UK average, indicating that the area is still comparatively safe despite the recent uptick.