Bracebridge Heath Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bracebridge Heath’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 47.1% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast reflects the area’s unique demographic and geographic profile as a built-up district within North Kesteven, where low population density and limited commercial activity contribute to a generally safer environment. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 66.7% of the 21 total incidents reported. This category, while still significant, was 4% below the UK average (2.4 vs 2.5 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may be attributed to the area’s quieter, more residential character and limited exposure to high-risk environments such as nightlife hubs. Anti-social behaviour followed with 19.1% of incidents, also well below the national average (0.7 vs 0.9 per 1,000), further reinforcing the notion that the area’s social dynamics are less prone to disorderly conduct. Seasonal factors likely played a role in the overall crime picture: January, a post-holiday month with reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, typically sees fewer opportunities for property crimes and outdoor offences. The absence of significant property crimes—only one incident was recorded—aligns with this seasonal pattern, as well as the area’s low commercial density. However, the small but notable increase in violence and sexual offences may indicate a need for closer monitoring, particularly as the year progresses and local activities shift. While direct causal links, the interplay between demographic stability, limited commercial presence, and seasonal trends appears to be a key factor in maintaining the area’s relatively low crime levels.

The most significant month-on-month shift occurred in violence and sexual offences, which rose by 27.3% (from 11 to 14 incidents). This increase, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with the broader downward trend in overall crime. Meanwhile, drugs-related offences saw a 100% jump, rising from zero to one incident—a figure that, while small, may reflect heightened enforcement activity or shifting patterns in local drug use. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark divergence from the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Bracebridge Heath are 4% below the national rate (2.4 vs 2.5 per 1,000), and anti-social behaviour is 25% below the UK average (0.7 vs 0.9 per 1,000). These figures suggest that the area’s lower levels of violent and anti-social crime may be linked to its relatively stable, residential population and limited nightlife presence. For residents, the 4.5% monthly decline in overall crime offers a tangible reassurance of safety, particularly as the post-holiday lull continues into the new year.

Bracebridge Heath's crime rate in January 2026 fell to 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a 4.5% decline from December’s 3.8 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of this built-up area, where post-holiday periods often see reduced foot traffic and fewer opportunities for crime. Daily crime activity averaged one incident per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively sparse population and limited commercial density compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 5,815, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 277 residents—a rate that underscores the area’s safety profile. While UK-wide data does not provide a direct comparison for daily or monthly exposure, the overall rate of 3.6 per 1,000 is 47.1% below the national average, highlighting a consistent gap in crime levels that may be influenced by the area’s quieter, more residential character and lower population density.