Measham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Measham’s crime rate in December 2023 remained at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, 30.6% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This consistent performance, despite a 12.3% month-on-month increase, reflects the area’s ongoing position as a relatively safe built-up community within North West Leicestershire. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48.2% of all incidents (13 cases), followed by criminal damage and arson (5 cases, 18.5%) and other theft (3 cases, 11.1%). The seasonal context of December—characterised by dark evenings, Christmas shopping activity, and the closure of some homes during the holidays—may have influenced these patterns. For example, the rise in violence and sexual offences could align with increased social interactions during the festive period, while the spike in criminal damage and arson may be linked to the use of flammable decorations or vandalism in public spaces. Conversely, the decline in burglary and vehicle crime suggests that seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic and fewer vehicles on the road, may have limited opportunities for these offences. The area’s low crime rate compared to the UK average is likely consistent with its rural-adjacent character, where community networks and lower population density may act as deterrents to criminal activity. However, the sharp increase in other theft highlights the need for targeted awareness campaigns, particularly around festive shopping and holiday safety.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in violence and sexual offences, which increased by 30% (from 10 to 13 cases). This rise, coupled with a 200% surge in other theft (from 1 to 3), underscores a notable shift in crime patterns during December. While violent crime rose, property crime saw a mixed picture: burglary dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), and vehicle crime fell by 25% (from 4 to 3). These decreases may reflect heightened community vigilance or seasonal factors, such as fewer vehicles on the road during the holidays. Criminal damage and arson rose by 66.7% (from 3 to 5), a figure 61% above the UK average, suggesting a possible link to festive property decorations or increased vandalism during darker evenings. For residents, the sharp rise in other theft—now accounting for 11.1% of all crimes—may signal a need for enhanced personal security measures during the festive period.

December 2023 saw Measham’s crime rate rise to 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 12.3% increase from November’s 4.5 per 1,000. This places the area 30.6% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in December, reflecting a low but steady level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 199 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population of 5,386. While the rate rose month-on-month, the overall crime level remains below the UK average, suggesting that Measham’s built-up area maintains a safer environment than many comparable regions. This contrast with UK-wide patterns may be influenced by the area’s rural-adjacent setting, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced crime opportunities.