Ibstock Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ibstock's crime profile in August 2024 reveals a striking contrast between its overall safety and a specific category that defies the trend. The area recorded 25 crimes in total — a rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents, 54.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This low rate is consistent with the area's character as a small built-up community within North West Leicestershire, where the combination of limited commercial activity and strong local policing likely contributes to the suppression of general crime. Violence and sexual offences (9 cases) accounted for 36% of all crimes, a figure significantly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (52% lower). This may reflect the area's relatively low population density and the absence of high-risk environments typically associated with higher violent crime rates. Shoplifting (4 cases) and public order offences (4 cases) each contributed 16% of the total, with both categories sitting below the UK average. However, burglary emerged as a notable exception, with 3 incidents (0.5 per 1,000) — 56% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be linked to the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month when empty homes and increased transient populations could temporarily elevate burglary risks. The data also highlights the area's strengths in managing anti-social behaviour (79% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (56% below the UK average), which may be attributable to the limited road network and the absence of major transport hubs. These patterns suggest a community where the majority of crime prevention efforts are effective, though targeted interventions may still be needed for the burglary category.

August 2024 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with shoplifting and public order offences each tripling compared to July. This 300% increase in both categories may reflect heightened foot traffic during the peak holiday season, though the absence of a comparable rise in other retail-related crimes like theft from the person suggests a combination of factors. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75%, aligning with the seasonal reduction in commuter traffic and potentially improved security measures at local car parks. Anti-social behaviour also dropped sharply by two-thirds, linked to the closure of certain public venues during August. Burglary rates in Ibstock were 56% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the area's overall low crime profile. This anomaly may be influenced by local property density or the transient nature of some housing stock during the summer months.

Ibstock's crime rate in August 2024 (3.7 per 1,000 residents) represents a 19.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This decline suggests a sustained period of lower criminal activity, though the pace of reduction may slow as seasonal factors shift. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day in August, a figure that contextualises the low overall rate in a relatable way for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 269 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 6,715 people. When compared to the UK average, this monthly exposure figure underscores Ibstock's status as a significantly safer area, though the slight increase in burglary (56% above the UK average) introduces a nuance to the overall picture. This suggests that while the area broadly benefits from low crime, targeted efforts may still be required for specific categories.