Ashby-de-la-Zouch Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ashby-de-la-Zouch recorded 87 crimes in June 2025, translating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents—a figure 37% below the UK average of 8.1. This relatively low rate underscores the area’s status as a safer built-up region within North West Leicestershire, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to crime prevention. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 34.5% of all incidents. This is followed by anti-social behaviour (20.7%) and shoplifting (9.2%), with all these categories showing rates significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may influence these patterns, as increased daylight hours and tourism could both drive and deter certain types of crime. For instance, shoplifting’s rise may reflect heightened retail activity, while the absence of significant spikes in property crime suggests that local efforts to secure commercial areas are effective. Violence and sexual offences, though below the UK average, remain a priority for local authorities, particularly given their share of total crimes. The area’s crime profile, characterised by a balanced mix of property and violent crime, contrasts with larger urban centres where property crime often dominates. This balance may be attributed to Ashby-de-la-Zouch’s smaller population and the presence of community spaces that foster social cohesion, reducing opportunities for more severe crimes.

June 2025 saw a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which more than tripled from six to 18 incidents—a 200% increase. This spike, though unexpected, may be linked to the start of summer, when increased social gatherings and outdoor activities could contribute to such incidents. Shoplifting also doubled, with eight reported cases, reflecting a possible correlation with retail activity during the month. Conversely, other theft and burglary both decreased significantly, with other theft falling by 54.5% and burglary dropping by 50%. These declines suggest that targeted interventions or seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in certain areas, may have played a role. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 34.5% of all crimes, yet this rate was 37% below the UK average. Bicycle theft—though only one case—was 43% above the UK average, a figure that could prompt local authorities to reassess security measures in areas with cycling infrastructure.

In June 2025, the crime rate in Ashby-de-la-Zouch fell to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 10.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in the area during the summer months, when increased daylight and community activity may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of three crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 195 residents, a ratio that reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. This monthly exposure figure is particularly meaningful for residents, as it provides a tangible sense of how often crime occurs in their immediate environment. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that, despite the absolute number of crimes, the rate remains well below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be contributing to this sustained safety record.