Measham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Measham's overall crime rate in March 2024 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 40.3% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's consistently lower-than-average exposure to crime, a pattern that has persisted across multiple months. The breakdown of reported incidents reveals a distinct distribution, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 36% of total crimes (9 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (16%, 4 incidents) and vehicle crime (12%, 3 incidents). These figures contrast sharply with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which sits at 2.7 per 1,000 — a 36% gap in Measham's favour. The area's character as a relatively small built-up community within North West Leicestershire may contribute to this trend, with limited nightlife and fewer commercial hubs reducing opportunities for certain crime types. Seasonal context in March — a transition to spring with lengthening evenings — may have influenced patterns, though the drop in violence and sexual offences could also reflect broader community initiatives or local policing strategies. Vehicle crime, however, remains a notable outlier in Measham's profile, with its rate 28% above the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in car parks or residential areas. This contrast highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific crime categories even within an overall low-crime environment.

March 2024 saw significant month-on-month reductions in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 40% from 15 incidents in February to 9 in March. This decline, coupled with a 20% drop in anti-social behaviour (from 5 to 4 incidents), suggests a positive shift in community dynamics or policing effectiveness during the early spring period. Conversely, three crime categories experienced 100% increases from zero to one incident: drugs, other crime, and shoplifting. While these single-incident spikes may reflect statistical noise or isolated events, they warrant monitoring for any emerging patterns. Vehicle crime remains a unique concern in Measham, with its rate of 0.6 per 1,000 (3 incidents) surpassing the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 by 28%. This discrepancy could be attributed to the area's proximity to major roads or commuter routes, which may expose vehicles to higher risk. The local context also shows that Measham's rate for violence and sexual offences is 36% below the UK average, a stark contrast to its position in vehicle crime. Residents might find the 1.7 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences particularly reassuring, given that this category typically dominates national crime statistics. However, the 0.6 per 1,000 rate for vehicle crime — while still low — highlights a specific vulnerability that could be addressed through targeted vehicle security campaigns.

March 2024's crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 represents a 3.9% decrease from February's 4.8 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend that has characterised the area in recent months. This reduction, though modest, is significant when considered alongside the daily crime context: 25 total crimes over 31 days equate to roughly 1 crime per day. For a community of 5,386 residents, this translates to one reported crime for every 215 residents over the course of the month — a figure that, while not negligible, is markedly lower than many comparable areas. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates the area's relative safety: even with the 100% increases in three minor crime categories, the overall impact on residents remains minimal. This is particularly evident in the violence and sexual offences category, where Measham's rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 36% below the UK average, a gap that reflects the area's lower population density and more subdued social environment compared to larger urban centres. The comparison also highlights the anomaly in vehicle crime, where Measham's rate exceeds the UK average despite its overall low crime profile. This suggests that specific local factors — such as traffic patterns or vehicle storage practices — may be influencing this category. For residents, the 1-in-215 monthly exposure figure offers a tangible benchmark for understanding the likelihood of encountering crime, reinforcing the area's status as one of the safer built-up communities in the region.