Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kibworth Beauchamp and Kibworth Harcourt’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure 69.8% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s generally low crime profile, though the breakdown of incidents reveals a mix of patterns influenced by seasonal and local factors. Violence and sexual offences were the most common category, accounting for 34.8% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (17.4%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up part of Harborough, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower overall rates. However, the seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism—introduces variables that could shift crime dynamics. For example, the lower incidence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences may reflect reduced daytime foot traffic, while the rise in bicycle theft could be tied to increased cycling during warmer weather. Despite the UK-wide average for violence being 3.0 per 1,000, the area’s rate of 0.9 per 1,000 suggests effective local measures, though the 100% increase in possession of weapons highlights a potential vulnerability. This data illustrates the combination of national trends and local conditions, where a small number of incidents can have disproportionate attention, even as the broader picture remains reassuringly low.

July 2025 marked a sharp upward trend in three specific crime categories: possession of weapons, burglary, and bicycle theft, each rising from zero to one incident—a 100% increase. This spike contrasts with declines in anti-social behaviour (-55.6%) and public order offences (-50%), which may reflect reduced foot traffic during summer festivals or heightened community engagement. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 34.8% of all incidents, yet this rate was 70% below the UK average. The rise in bicycle theft, despite a 25% above UK average for this category, may be linked to increased summer cycling activity, though the single reported incident suggests isolated incidents rather than a widespread issue. Residents may find the 100% increase in possession of weapons particularly noteworthy, as it signals a potential shift in local criminal activity patterns, though further data would be needed to confirm underlying causes.

July 2025 saw a 20.8% decrease in the area’s crime rate compared to June, dropping from 3.2 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months, when schools are out and tourism peaks, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime figures for July show an average of one reported incident per day, a manageable frequency for a community of around 9,000 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 391 residents, a ratio that places the area well below the UK average. This monthly exposure figure suggests that residents are less likely to encounter crime than the national average, though the increase in possession of weapons and burglary highlights areas requiring closer attention. The population context further illustrates that even with low overall rates, individual incidents can have significant local impact, particularly in a built-up area where proximity to services and amenities may influence crime dynamics.