Moira Crime Rate

Moira is one of the safest urban settlements in the region, with an overall crime rate of just 35.3 per 1,000 people. This is significantly lower than the UK national average of 93.1, earning the area an impressive safety score of 91/100. Contextually, Moira is far safer than the average UK town. Furthermore, the crime trend is moving sharply in a positive direction, with a substantial 42.5% decrease in reported offences year-over-year. For the 2,070 residents, these figures represent a very high standard of living and security. While no area is entirely free of crime, Moira's statistics reflect a peaceful community where criminal activity is the exception rather than the rule.

Crime in Moira

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type in Moira, representing 41.1% of all reported incidents. Shoplifting is the second most frequent at 15.1%, followed by anti-social behaviour at 12.3%. While violence figures are the highest, they often include a wide range of incident severities, and the overall volume of crime in Moira remains very low.

Property crime, which includes burglary, theft, and vehicle crime, is significantly lower in Moira than in many other areas. The overall property crime rate is 13.5 per 1,000 people, which is less than half the UK average of 32.9. Burglary stands out as a specific concern within this category, accounting for 8.2% of total crimes. For residents, this means that while the area is statistically very safe, home security should still be a priority, particularly as burglary makes up a notable portion of the limited crime that does occur. Maintaining vigilance and basic security measures is usually sufficient to uphold the high safety standards of the community.

Moira has seen an exceptional improvement in its safety profile over the last year, with a 42.5% decrease in total crime. Looking at the monthly data, the crime rate has been remarkably stable and low for most of the year. From July to October 2025, the rate remained at an incredibly low 1.5 crimes per 1,000 people. The highest activity was recorded in April 2025 (5.8) and June 2025 (5.3), but even these peaks are far below the national average. The winter months of 2024 and the start of 2025 saw rates hovering around 2.4 to 4.4. This sustained downward trend and the extremely low monthly figures confirm that Moira is not only a safe area but is actively becoming more secure. Residents can feel confident that the local environment is exceptionally stable.

How To Keep Safe in Moira

The most common crime in Moira is violence and sexual offences, though the total number of incidents is very low. In such a safe area, maintaining general situational awareness is the most effective safety strategy.

When out and about, especially during the quieter evening hours, stay in well-lit areas and be aware of your surroundings. Even in safe communities, it is always wise to let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return.

Burglary is a notable percentage of the crime that does occur in Moira (8.2%). To protect your home, always ensure that doors and windows are securely locked, even when you are inside. Use timers on lights when you are away to give the impression that the house is occupied, particularly in the late afternoon and evening when burglary rates are highest.

Finally, keep your vehicle secure. While vehicle crime is low, never leave valuables on display. A simple act like removing a sat-nav or a bag from a seat can prevent an opportunistic 'smash and grab' incident. Engaging with your local community and keeping an eye out for your neighbours' properties can further enhance the safety of this already secure village.

In Moira, crime timing is closely linked to the area's primary risk: burglary. Burglaries are a constant factor throughout the day but peak in the afternoon (52% of all crimes) and at night (48%). This suggests that opportunistic thieves are active both when residents are out during the day and when they are asleep at night. Theft-related crimes are more common in the morning (25%) and afternoon (24%), likely tied to local retail or commercial activity. Vehicle crime is specifically a night-time issue, accounting for 25% of incidents between 12am and 6am. Interestingly, the evening period (6pm to 12am) is dominated by 'other' crimes, such as anti-social behaviour, which make up 35% of reports during those hours. This data indicates that while Moira is very safe, property security should be a 24-hour priority for residents.

Compared to its immediate neighbours, Moira maintains a superior safety profile. Its crime rate of 35.3 per 1,000 people is lower than Donisthorpe (40.9), Blackfordby (39.3), and the Overseal and Castle Gresley area (55.0). Only Oakthorpe, which recorded no crimes, appears safer in the immediate vicinity. This makes Moira a highly attractive option for those seeking a low-crime environment within North West Leicestershire. The regional context reinforces Moira's status as a safe haven, with crime rates well below both the national average and many of its closest geographical counterparts.

Despite Moira's excellent safety score and low overall crime rate, the property crime rate of 13.5 per 1,000 people—and the fact that burglary makes up a significant percentage of local offences—means that home security should not be ignored. Traditional security measures, like basic alarms or standard CCTV, are reactive. They only alert you or provide footage once a crime has already occurred, often leaving you with the task of reporting a loss rather than preventing it.

For residents who want to maintain Moira's high safety standards at their own front door, a proactive AI-powered system like scOS is the ideal solution. scOS doesn't just record; it prevents. By using multi-camera intelligence to monitor your property boundaries, it can identify suspicious behaviour before a break-in attempt is even made. The system's ability to learn your family's routines means it only alerts you to genuine threats. In a safe area like Moira, the goal is to ensure your home remains an unattractive prospect for the few opportunistic criminals who may pass through. Proactive detection is the most effective way to stop a burglary before it happens.