Earl Shilton Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked an unexpected shift in Earl Shilton’s crime profile, with violent offences surging to 3.9 per 1,000 residents—28% above the UK average—despite an overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000, 16.3% below the national figure. This paradox highlights the area’s combination of factors, where the dominance of violent crime (53.3% of total incidents) contrasts with significantly lower rates in categories like anti-social behaviour (35% below UK average) and public order offences (38% below). The seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and a surge in tourism—likely contributed to the rise in violent crime, possibly linked to increased foot traffic during festivals or events. Meanwhile, property crimes, though lower than violent offences, accounted for 26% of total incidents, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both below UK averages. The area’s built-up character within Hinckley and Bosworth, which balances urban and suburban features, may explain this divergence: while high foot traffic in retail or recreational zones could drive property crime, community cohesion or targeted policing might suppress anti-social behaviour. The spike in criminal damage and arson, however, suggests a need to examine localized triggers, such as vandalism at summer festivals or targeted attacks on public spaces.

July 2025 saw a sharp 133.3% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from three to seven incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary and theft from the person, contrasts with a 40% decline in other theft and a 20% drop in public order offences. The area’s violent crime rate—3.9 per 1,000—exceeds the UK average by 28%, a stark deviation given the overall rate remains 16.3% below the national figure. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, is 35% below the UK average, reflecting potentially effective community interventions or lower population density in certain areas. The month-on-month changes suggest a shift in criminal activity, with property crimes (20) making up 26% of total incidents, while violent crimes (41) dominate at 53.3%. Residents may note the unusual spike in vandalism and arson, which could be linked to seasonal events or targeted activity in specific zones.

Earl Shilton’s crime rate in July 2025 rose by 30.7% compared to June, moving from 5.5 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places the area 16.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of two reported crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 10,641. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national benchmarks. This contrast is notable given the area’s status as a built-up district within Hinckley and Bosworth, where urban density might typically correlate with higher crime rates. However, the local context—possibly influenced by effective policing or community engagement—may explain the deviation from expectations. The shift in crime patterns, particularly the rise in violent offences, suggests a need to examine seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during festivals or events, which could temporarily elevate certain crime types.