Lutterworth Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Lutterworth's December 2024 crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents places it 50.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national picture. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which account for 36.4% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (13.6%) and other theft (11.4%). This mix of crimes suggests a community where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder remain key concerns, though the absence of significant property crime — such as burglary or vehicle theft — is notable. Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns, with the December data aligning with the Christmas shopping peak, party season, and extended dark evenings, all of which may contribute to higher rates of violence and public order issues. Conversely, the drop in criminal damage and arson may reflect the reduced activity in open spaces during the winter months. The low rate of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) is consistent with Lutterworth's character as a smaller, built-up area within Harborough, where residential density and community policing may help deter such offences. However, the rise in theft from the person highlights the need for continued vigilance in public spaces, particularly during the holiday season when crowds are more common.

December 2024 saw a stark 100% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from one to two. This surge, though small in absolute terms, underscores a shift in criminal activity during the festive season when retail spaces are more crowded and individuals may carry valuables. Burglary also doubled, with one incident reported in December compared to none in November, a change that may reflect seasonal factors such as empty homes during the holidays. In contrast, criminal damage and arson plummeted by 70%, from 10 to 3, a drop consistent with the reduced public presence and increased security measures around Christmas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 36.4% of all crimes.3 per 1,000 is 49% below the UK average. The sharp fall in anti-social behaviour — 66.7% from 12 to 4 — may be linked to the festive atmosphere and local efforts to maintain public order during the holiday period.

Lutterworth's December 2024 crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 46.4% decrease from the previous month's 6.6 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in local crime. Over 31 days, this translates to roughly one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, remains a point of interest for residents. Monthly exposure data shows that over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for every 283 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area's population of 12,459. This monthly aggregate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Lutterworth compared to the UK average, though it does not account for the distribution of incidents across different neighbourhoods or times of day. The drop from November to December aligns with seasonal patterns, as Christmas shopping and the holiday season typically see reduced public activity, potentially lowering opportunities for certain types of crime.