Melton Mowbray Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Melton Mowbray recorded 247 crimes across its built-up area, equating to a crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents—17.1% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure, when contextualised for a population of 27,742, highlights a significant deviation from national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 39.3% of all reported incidents (97 cases), with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This is 36% higher than the UK average for this category, suggesting a concentration of violent incidents in specific areas or demographics. Public order offences (27 cases, 10.9% of total) and anti-social behaviour (25 cases, 10.1%) followed closely, with both categories showing marked disparities compared to national averages. Public order offences, in particular, were 96% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), potentially linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the darker evenings typical of November. The month also saw a sharp increase in vehicle crime (14 cases), which rose by 180% compared to October, possibly influenced by post-Black Friday activity and the movement of vehicles during festive events. However, other theft (10 cases) remained 27% below the UK average, indicating a mixed picture of crime dynamics in the area. These patterns may reflect the town's identity as a historic market centre, where retail activity and community events intersect with local demographics. The seasonal context of November—marked by the transition into darker evenings and the anticipation of winter festivities—likely contributes to fluctuations in public order and anti-social behaviour. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown of specific categories reveals both areas of concern and relative strengths in comparison to national benchmarks. This data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address violent and public order crimes, while maintaining vigilance in sectors where crime rates remain below the UK average.

November 2024 saw a dramatic 180% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 5 to 14 incidents. This surge may be linked to the post-Black Friday shopping period, when vehicle movements and parking patterns change. Concurrently, public order offences jumped by 68.8%, likely driven by Bonfire Night celebrations and the darker evenings typical of the month. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 56.3%, a trend that could reflect increased community tensions during the holiday season. Violent crimes—accounting for 39.3% of all incidents—remain 36% above the UK average, with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This contrast with the 27% below UK average for other theft (0.4 per 1,000) suggests a complex mix of local factors influencing crime patterns. Residents may find the 66.7% drop in theft from the person (from 3 to 1) particularly reassuring, though this category remains below the UK average. The sharp rise in vehicle crime, however, underscores the need for targeted measures in parking areas and transport hubs.

Melton Mowbray's crime rate rose to 8.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, a 10.7% increase from the previous month's 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 8 crimes reported daily across the built-up area, with one crime occurring for every 112 residents over the course of the month. While the daily crime count remains consistent with historical patterns for this population size, the upward trend suggests a shift in local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that 247 crimes reported in a town of 27,742 residents equates to a rate significantly higher than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect the area's unique characteristics, such as its historic market town identity and seasonal events like Bonfire Night, which could contribute to spikes in public order offences. The comparison also highlights that while anti-social behaviour and other theft remain below UK averages, violent crime and shoplifting are elevated, indicating a need for targeted interventions in high-risk sectors.