Earl Shilton Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Earl Shilton during January 2026 was characterised by a pronounced imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former accounting for 47.3% of all incidents compared to 9.1% for property-related offences. This disparity, while not uncommon in built-up areas with mixed residential and commercial zones, may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which can diminish opportunities for theft but not necessarily for violent encounters. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 23.5% below the UK average, a figure that underscores its relative safety compared to larger urban centres. Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) were the most prevalent category, with their rate (2.4 per 1,000) slightly below the UK average, suggesting that local interventions or community dynamics may be mitigating some risks. Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and public order offences (5) also featured prominently, though the latter exceeded the UK average by 19%, a discrepancy that could be tied to specific local contexts such as public event activity or policing priorities. Seasonal patterns played a role in shaping these numbers, as January’s post-holiday period typically sees a dip in retail-related crimes but not always in interpersonal violence. The area’s low burglary and shoplifting rates—64% and 65% below UK averages, respectively—may be attributable to its smaller scale, limited commercial density, or effective local security measures. These trends, while consistent with broader UK patterns, highlight the unique character of Earl Shilton as a built-up area within a larger rural district, where community cohesion and local governance likely influence crime outcomes more directly than in larger, more anonymous urban environments.

Violent crimes (26) dominated the monthly tally, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents, while property crimes numbered just 12—a stark contrast that may reflect seasonal dynamics or local demographics. Anti-social behaviour surged by 125%, climbing from 4 to 9 incidents, a shift that could signal increased tensions in public spaces or changes in community activity patterns. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 77.8% (from 9 to 2), linked to reduced retail footfall during January’s post-holiday period. Vehicle crime rose by 25% (4 to 5), a category that is 35% above the UK average, influenced by local traffic patterns or parking infrastructure. Violent crimes in Earl Shilton (2.4 per 1,000) are 4% below the UK average for this category, yet property crimes (0.5 per 1,000) are 65% below the UK rate, highlighting a consistent trend of lower property-related incidents compared to national benchmarks.

Earl Shilton’s crime rate in January 2026 fell to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 15.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical post-holiday trends, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may temper opportunities for certain crimes. Locally, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day over the month, a figure that, while low, reflects the community’s relative safety compared to national averages. On a monthly scale, one reported crime occurred for every 193 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents in a way that is tangible for residents. This rate is lower than the UK average, suggesting that factors such as local policing strategies, community engagement, or the area’s built environment may contribute to this trend. However, the shift in crime types between months—particularly the rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime—indicates that certain challenges persist despite the overall decline.