Leicester Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Leicester's crime profile in February 2026 reveals a stark dominance of violent crime over property crime, a pattern that may reflect the area's demographic and social dynamics. The overall crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 residents places the district 40.6% above the UK average, a disparity that is most pronounced in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which account for 36.6% of all reported crimes. This category alone exceeds the UK average by 42%, suggesting that Leicester's experience with violent crime is higher than the national norm. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also contribute significantly to the crime profile, with rates 21% and 74% above the UK average respectively. These figures may be influenced by factors such as the district's urban density and the presence of high-traffic areas that are more susceptible to anti-social conduct. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may also play a role in shaping these patterns, though the continued prevalence of violent crime suggests that this is not solely a seasonal phenomenon. The balance between violent and property crime in Leicester appears to be a consistent feature, with property crime accounting for 34.6% of the total and violent crime for 36.6%. This near-parity, combined with the district's elevated rates across multiple categories, highlights the need for targeted interventions that address both the immediate causes of crime and the underlying social and economic factors that contribute to its persistence.

February 2026 saw a significant 48.2% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 114 to 169 incidents. This spike, combined with a 38.7% rise in theft from the person and an 18.4% increase in bicycle theft, points to shifting patterns in criminal activity. Violent crime remains the dominant category, accounting for 36.6% of all reported crimes, with rates 42% above the UK average. This contrast with property crime, which constitutes 34.6% of the total, underscores a persistent imbalance in the district's crime mix. The decrease in burglary by 36.4% and drugs-related offences by 36.1% offers a counterpoint, though these declines may be linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity in February. A resident would find the 48.2% rise in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a growing vulnerability in this category that warrants attention from local authorities.

Leicester's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.9. This decline, while modest, suggests a possible seasonal moderation in criminal activity as the area transitions from winter into early spring. Daily crime figures reveal that 124 crimes were reported per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the district despite the drop. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 112 residents, a ratio that, when scaled to Leicester's population of 388,348, highlights the need for continued vigilance. While this monthly exposure is lower than the previous month's rate, it remains significantly higher than the UK average, which is not provided for comparison in this section. The population context further illustrates that even with a 36.4% decrease in burglary, the overall crime profile continues to reflect challenges that are not fully addressed by month-on-month fluctuations alone.