Ashby-de-la-Zouch Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 16,985 residents, 80 crimes were reported in June 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 people—42.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This places Ashby-de-la-Zouch among the safest areas in the country, though the distribution of crime types reveals a mixed picture. Violence and sexual offences made up 32.5% of all incidents, followed by property crimes at 41.3% (33 cases) and anti-social behaviour at 11.3% (9 cases). The seasonal context of June, with its longer days and early tourism activity, may contribute to certain patterns, though the low overall rate suggests effective local policing or community engagement. The area’s crime profile reflects a balance between routine domestic incidents and occasional public order challenges, with property crimes dominating but remaining well below national levels. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences combined to account for 22.6% of reported crimes, potentially linked to increased social activity during the summer months. The absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary compared to the UK average suggests that local security measures or community cohesion may be playing a role in keeping property-related crime low. However, the 15% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average highlights a specific vulnerability that may require targeted interventions.

June saw notable shifts in crime trends compared to May. Public order offences surged by 125%, rising from 4 to 9 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect heightened social activity during the early summer. Shoplifting also climbed 66.7%, linked to seasonal retail activity or increased foot traffic. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 72.2%, from 18 to 5 cases, suggesting improved parking security or reduced vehicle-related vulnerabilities. Violence and sexual offences remained 46% below the UK average. month-on-month. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson (11 cases) exceeded the UK average by 15%, indicating a localised issue that may require targeted interventions. The sharp decline in drug-related crimes—halving from 2 to 1 case—suggests effective local enforcement or reduced demand in this category. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with some categories responding to seasonal factors while others remain stable. Residents may find the 50% drop in other theft and shoplifting particularly relevant, as these often impact daily life directly.

Compared to May's rate of 6.1 per 1,000, June's crime rate dropped by 23%, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over 30 days, this translates to approximately 3 crimes per day, a manageable frequency for a town of 17,000 residents. On a monthly basis, this means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 212 residents—a rate that underscores the area's relative safety. While the overall rate is encouraging, the shift in crime types highlights the need for tailored strategies. For example, the 15% increase in criminal damage compared to the UK average suggests a need for community engagement around property protection, while the 46% gap in violence-related offences indicates strong local efforts in this area. These figures provide a nuanced view of public safety, balancing low overall rates with specific challenges. The daily crime count of 3 per day is lower than the UK average of approximately 8 per day, reinforcing the area's status as a relatively low-risk environment. However, the 125% rise in public order offences demonstrates that even in safe areas, certain categories can spike unexpectedly, requiring vigilance from local authorities and residents alike.