Melton Mowbray Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Melton Mowbray reported 218 crimes across a population of 27,742 residents, equating to a crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 people—8.2% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly 7 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects a marked increase from the previous month. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.6% of total), shoplifting (18.8%), and anti-social behaviour (10.6%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of November, a month marked by extended evenings, the start of the festive shopping season, and events such as Bonfire Night, which may contribute to heightened incidents of public disorder and retail-related offences. The spike in violence and sexual offences could be linked to the area’s compact built-up environment, where nightlife activity and community interactions are concentrated. Shoplifting, which was 138% above the UK average, may be influenced by the Black Friday shopping period, as retailers in Melton Mowbray—particularly those in the town centre—become targets for opportunistic theft. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remains a concern, with its incidence tied to the social dynamics of a smaller, tightly knit community where disputes can escalate quickly. These patterns illustrate how local context, from retail infrastructure to seasonal events, shapes crime trends in Melton Mowbray.

November 2025 saw a stark increase in vehicle crime, which surged by 200% compared to the previous month, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This jump may be attributed to the heightened visibility of vehicles during the festive season and the potential for increased opportunistic theft in car parks and residential areas. Concurrently, drug-related crimes also doubled, with 9 incidents reported—200% above October’s total of 3. This rise could reflect broader regional trends in illicit activity or shifts in local enforcement patterns. Conversely, other crime—a category encompassing minor infractions and unclassified incidents—fell by 50%, from 4 to 2, suggesting a possible reduction in low-level disturbances or improved policing in certain areas. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 37.6% of all crimes, were 17% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent challenge in managing violent crime in the area. Shoplifting, at 1.5 per 1,000, remained an outlier, with its rate 138% higher than the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in retail zones. These fluctuations demonstrate how specific categories of crime can respond to both local conditions and broader societal factors, requiring nuanced strategies to address them effectively.

Melton Mowbray’s crime rate in November 2025 (7.9 per 1,000) represents a 10.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.1 per 1,000, a shift that may be partially explained by the seasonal dynamics of November, including the transition to darker evenings and the onset of festive activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, indicates a consistent presence of criminal activity that residents should remain vigilant about. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 127 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the population size, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a regular basis. However, the 8.2% gap between Melton Mowbray’s rate and the UK average—despite the latter being a broad national benchmark—illustrates that the area faces a slightly higher burden of crime than the average UK locality. This disparity may be influenced by local factors such as the town’s compact built-up area, which can create concentrated hotspots for certain types of crime, or by the specific challenges of managing a small community with limited resources for crime prevention. These comparisons offer a useful context for understanding how Melton Mowbray’s crime profile sits within the broader national landscape, while also highlighting the need for targeted local measures to address its unique challenges.