Rural Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rural Hinckley and Bosworth recorded a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents in September 2023, a figure that places the area 58.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile, which is consistent with its rural character and the limited density of high-risk environments such as major urban centres or tourist hubs. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 26.1% of all reported incidents (6 out of 23 total crimes). This was followed by other theft (17.4%) and vehicle crime (13.0%), both of which fell significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of September, marked by the transition from summer to autumn and the return of students to educational institutions, may have influenced the types of crime observed. For instance, the rise in shoplifting—though still minimal in absolute terms—could be linked to increased foot traffic associated with back-to-school shopping. However, the overall crime rate remained stable, suggesting that broader systemic factors, such as community cohesion or local policing strategies, may be playing a role in maintaining low levels of criminal activity. The dominance of violent crime as the primary category underscores the need for targeted interventions, even as the area continues to perform well relative to national benchmarks.

September 2023 witnessed notable shifts in crime patterns within Rural Hinckley and Bosworth. Shoplifting, drugs, and public order offences each saw a 100% increase compared to the previous month, with shoplifting rising from zero to one reported incident. This surge in shoplifting may partly explain the seasonal context of back-to-school activity. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 60%, dropping from five to two incidents. This decrease aligns with the broader trend of declining crime rates in the area. Meanwhile, other theft decreased by 50%, suggesting a potential reduction in targeted property crimes. The category of drugs offences, which rose to three incidents (0.4 per 1,000), exceeded the UK average by 100%, indicating a localised anomaly that warrants attention. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (6 incidents), decreased by 33.3%, a decline that may reflect the impact of seasonal changes on social interactions and community activity.

The crime rate in Rural Hinckley and Bosworth for September 2023 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 25.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued reduction in criminal activity, though the pace of change remains modest. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 299 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in human terms. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a statistic that reflects the relatively low volume of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population of 6,884, the monthly crime rate translates to a 1-in-299 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. This figure is significantly lower than the UK average, which underscores the area’s overall safety profile. The shift from the previous month’s rate may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn, which could impact outdoor activity patterns and the likelihood of certain types of crime.