Measham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Measham's crime profile in February 2026 reveals a marked dominance of violent crimes over property crimes, a pattern that contrasts with the UK's broader distribution. The overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents, 48.4% below the UK average, underscores the area's relative safety. Violent crimes accounted for 44.4% of total incidents, with 8 recorded cases, while property crimes made up 16.7% (5 incidents). This imbalance suggests a possible shift in local dynamics, potentially influenced by seasonal factors. As a built-up area within North West Leicestershire, Measham's crime picture is shaped by its character as a smaller, possibly rural or semi-rural community, where social interactions and limited public spaces may contribute to higher violent crime rates. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have limited opportunities for property crimes but not necessarily for interpersonal conflicts. Anti-social behaviour (22.2% of incidents) and other theft (16.7%) further highlight the mix of crime types. The data shows that while violent crimes dominate, their rate is still 35% below the national average for this category, indicating effective local measures or demographic factors. This contrast between Measham's crime mix and the UK's broader profile warrants further analysis to understand the underlying reasons for this divergence.

February 2026 saw a notable 27.3% decrease in violent crimes, from 11 to 8, marking a significant shift in the crime mix towards property crimes. This reduction in violence aligns with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which is 35% below the national rate. Conversely, drug-related crimes increased by 100%, rising from 0 to 1 incident, a rare uptick in this category. The property crime share (16.7%) remained below the UK average for other theft (43% above), highlighting Measham's unique profile. Residents may find the 1-in-299 monthly exposure figure particularly relevant, as it illustrates the low probability of encountering a crime in this built-up area. The shift in crime balance, with violent crimes accounting for 44.4% of total incidents, contrasts with the UK's broader distribution, suggesting localized factors influencing this disparity.

Measham's crime rate in February 2026 fell to 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 33.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in smaller built-up areas during winter, where reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may contribute to lower crime opportunities. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day in February, reflecting a low but consistent level of incidents. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 299 residents, a figure that places Measham among the safest areas in the UK relative to its population size. This monthly exposure metric, when considered alongside the area's population of 5,386, underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents experienced by residents compared to the national average. The drop from the previous month's rate suggests a possible stabilization of local crime dynamics, though further analysis would be required to confirm long-term trends.