Earl Shilton Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Earl Shilton, 7.3 crimes were reported in May 2025 — 9.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to a 1-in-136 chance of a resident experiencing a crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in daily life. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences (46.2% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour and other theft, each accounting for 11.5% of reported crimes. These patterns may partly explain by the area's character as a built-up town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where public spaces and social interactions could influence crime dynamics. May's longer evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased outdoor socialising, which may have amplified incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. While property crime (25 incidents) was less frequent than violent crime (36 incidents), the breakdown shows a significant imbalance — 54% of all crimes were violent, compared to 32% for property crimes. This contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 20% of all crimes, highlighting a distinct local pattern. The seasonal context of May, with its extended daylight and social events, may have created conditions where interpersonal conflicts and public order issues are more likely to escalate, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or community gatherings. These factors, combined with the area's built-up nature, help explain why violence remains a dominant category in the local crime profile.

May 2025 saw a 150% increase in shoplifting compared to April, with incidents rising from 2 to 5. This surge, while still below the UK average (0.7 per 1,000), suggests targeted retail areas may have experienced heightened activity during the month. Other theft also rose sharply, increasing by 125% (from 4 to 9 cases), a category that is now 70% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000). This discrepancy may reflect local factors such as the presence of high-street retail or commercial premises that attract transient populations. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 71.4% (from 7 to 2 cases), a drop that aligns with the UK average's lower baseline (0.6 per 1,000). The most striking UK comparison is in violence and sexual offences, which are 20% above the national average (2.8 per 1,000 vs 3.4 per 1,000 in Earl Shilton). This could be linked to the area's social fabric, where community events or public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Residents might find the 1-in-136 monthly exposure figure useful for understanding risk — a rate that, while lower than the UK average, underscores the importance of situational awareness during peak social hours.

The crime rate in Earl Shilton rose by 4.0% from April's 7.1 per 1,000 to May's 7.3 per 1,000, a modest increase that still keeps the area below the UK average. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in May — a figure that, while not alarmingly high, reflects the persistent presence of crime in public spaces. When scaled to the local population of 10,641, this means one crime occurred for every 136 residents over the month. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, illustrating that while the overall rate remains low, the impact is still felt across the community. The previous month's rate (7.1) was slightly lower, indicating a possible seasonal fluctuation influenced by May's longer evenings and increased social activity. The 1-in-136 figure, though a monthly aggregate, helps contextualise the likelihood of encountering crime in everyday life — a rate that, for many, may translate to a minor inconvenience rather than a significant threat. This perspective is crucial for understanding how local crime patterns interact with the area's built-up nature and the rhythms of daily life, where public spaces remain central to both community engagement and potential risk.