Market Harborough Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Market Harborough's crime profile in February 2025 reveals a marked divergence from the UK average, with a total crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents—41.8% below the national figure of 6.7. This stark contrast is most evident in the category of violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 1.5 per 1,000 (38.6% of total crimes), 36% below the UK average. The area's crime profile is further shaped by its status as a market town, where retail activity and community dynamics may influence patterns. While property crimes (39 incidents) and violent crimes (39 incidents) are evenly distributed, the prevalence of anti-social behaviour (14 cases) and shoplifting (14 cases) suggests a mix of localised issues. Seasonal factors appear to play a role, as February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—corresponds with the UK's broader trend of reduced crime during colder months. However, the area's below-average rates for most categories indicate effective policing or community engagement strategies. The balance between property and violent crime, coupled with significantly lower rates of burglary (4 cases) and other theft (4 cases), suggests that Market Harborough's built-up area may benefit from targeted interventions or a demographic profile that mitigates certain types of criminal activity. These findings align with the area's historical position as a relatively safe locality within Leicestershire, though the 8% above-average rate for vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) hints at potential vulnerabilities in traffic-related crime prevention.

February saw a 27.3% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 11 to 14 incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as post-holiday adjustments or changes in community activity. Vehicle crime also rose by 12.5%, from 8 to 9 cases, a modest increase that could be linked to winter road conditions or increased vehicle movements during the month. Conversely, burglary rates fell sharply by 55.6%, from 9 to 4 incidents, suggesting potential improvements in local security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the winter. The balance between property and violent crimes remained even, with both categories contributing 38.6% of total incidents, a mix that diverges from the UK average where property crimes typically dominate. Vehicle crime in the area was 8% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a small but statistically significant deviation that warrants local scrutiny.

Market Harborough's crime rate in February 2025 (3.9 per 1,000) marks a 19.8% decrease from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 255 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low incidence of crime compared to the UK average. With a population of 25,763, the local context suggests that the area's crime profile remains stable, with no significant spikes in any category that would disrupt this balance. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that residents are less likely to encounter crime than the national average, a pattern consistent with the area's historical trends in crime prevention and community policing efforts.