Barwell Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Barwell’s crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 54.8% of all reported incidents—23 cases in total. This category’s rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents was 6% above the UK average for the same type of crime, marking an outlier in an otherwise low-crime area. The overall crime rate for Barwell, at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, was 31.3% below the UK average of 6.7, reflecting a broader trend of safety relative to national benchmarks. Property crimes, which made up only 16.7% of all reports (7 cases), were sparse, with burglary and shoplifting both below UK averages by over 50%. This pattern aligns with Barwell’s character as a smaller built-up area within Hinckley and Bosworth, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced property-related crime. Seasonal context suggests that February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely limited opportunities for certain types of crime, though the persistence of violent incidents indicates ongoing challenges in this category. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where violence remains high, even as the overall profile remains reassuringly low compared to national standards.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in anti-social behaviour reports, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, while significant, was offset by a 50% decline in criminal damage and arson cases, which fell from 4 to 2. The category of violence and sexual offences, at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, exceeded the UK average for this category by 6%, despite the overall rate being 31.3% below the national average. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained exceptionally low, with just 2 incidents recorded—68% below the UK average for this category. These shifts highlight a combination of specific local factors and broader trends, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a notable concern. Residents may find the 68% reduction in shoplifting reassuring, particularly for local businesses in the area.

Barwell's crime rate in February 2025 remained stable at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same rate recorded in January 2025. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported across the built-up area’s 28 days, reflecting a low but steady level of activity. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 218 residents over the course of the month—a figure that places Barwell well below the UK average for comparable areas. The local population of 9,135 means that the crime impact is distributed across a relatively small community, potentially allowing for quicker community responses and more targeted policing efforts. This monthly exposure rate, while low, underscores the importance of maintaining vigilance during periods when crime may be concentrated in specific areas or demographics.