Market Harborough Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 25,763 residents, Market Harborough recorded 143 crimes in June 2024, translating to a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 people—31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure places the area among the safer parts of the country, though the breakdown of crime types reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35% of all incidents, followed by public order offences (14%) and shoplifting (12.6%). The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer, likely influenced patterns: longer daylight hours may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes while increasing foot traffic in public spaces. The area’s market town character, with a blend of retail, residential, and community hubs, may explain the prominence of shoplifting and public order issues. However, the lower rates of anti-social behaviour (79% below UK average) and vehicle crime (56% below) suggest effective local measures, such as community policing or strong resident engagement. The relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average (35% vs 31% of total UK crimes) may reflect the area’s demographics or the concentration of services in the town centre. These trends highlight the need for targeted strategies to address specific challenges while maintaining the overall safety record.

June 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Criminal damage and arson surged by 100%, rising from seven to 14 incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal property maintenance pressures or targeted vandalism. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 75%, from four to one, potentially linked to summer holidays reducing bike usage. The rate of violence and sexual offences remained 31% below the UK average, with 50 incidents reported—a figure that may partly explain the area’s overall lower crime profile. Public order offences, however, were 31% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in managing community behaviour. These shifts underscore the importance of targeted interventions, such as increased patrols during peak times or community outreach in public spaces. The absence of any drug-related incidents in the previous month, followed by a 100% increase to three in June, suggests sporadic activity that may require further monitoring.

In June 2024, Market Harborough recorded a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a slight 2.1% decrease from the previous month’s 5.7. This small decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the summer months often see shifts in crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five reported crimes per day, a figure that translates to one crime for every 180 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. The population context further underscores this: with 25,763 residents, the 143 total crimes represent a manageable volume relative to the area’s size. The rate of anti-social behaviour was 79% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively stable community environment. These figures, when contextualised with the area’s character as a market town with a mix of retail and residential zones, indicate that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may contribute to the sustained lower crime levels.