Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 116,682, Hinckley and Bosworth recorded 658 crimes in January 2025, translating to a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents—21.1% below the UK average of 7.1. This figure places the area among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales, though the modest increase from the previous month's 5.4 suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining stability. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.9% of all incidents (243 cases), followed by shoplifting (10.5%) and other theft (9.0%). These patterns align with the area's character as a mixed urban-rural district with a significant retail presence, which likely contributes to higher rates of shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Seasonal factors in January—such as post-holiday periods, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail footfall—may partly explain the lower prevalence of outdoor crimes compared to other months. However, the relatively high rate of burglary (0.4 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3) indicates vulnerabilities in property security that could benefit from targeted interventions. The overall crime rate remains consistent with Hinckley and Bosworth's historical profile as a relatively safe area, though the sharp rise in bicycle theft and robbery highlights the need for localized strategies to address emerging trends.

January 2025 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft increasing by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and robbery rising by 300% (from 2 to 8). These spikes contrast with declines in vehicle crime (-25%) and possession of weapons (-50%), highlighting shifting patterns in local activity. The area's violent crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 remains 16% below the UK average, consistent with its generally lower overall crime rate. However, burglary in Hinckley and Bosworth is 33% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in property security that may require targeted attention. For residents, the 300% increase in robbery underscores the need for vigilance in high-risk areas, particularly during post-holiday periods when retail footfall decreases and alternative criminal opportunities may arise.

Hinckley and Bosworth's crime rate in January 2025 rose slightly to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 4.6% increase from the previous month's 5.4. This brings the total number of crimes reported over 31 days to approximately 21 per day, a figure that reflects local patterns rather than national averages. On a monthly basis, one crime occurred for roughly every 177 residents, a rate that remains lower than the UK average but shows a modest upward trend. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the increase, the area continues to perform well relative to the UK context. For example, violent crimes in Hinckley and Bosworth are 16% below the UK average, a difference that may partly explain the lower overall rate. However, the rise in specific categories like bicycle theft and robbery suggests localized factors are at play, such as seasonal shifts or changes in community activity during January. This comparison underscores the importance of viewing crime statistics through both local and national lenses to identify meaningful trends.