Whitwick Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Whitwick's crime rate in November 2024 stands at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.7% below the UK average of 7.6. This relatively low rate is consistent with the area's status as a small built-up community within North West Leicestershire, where crime patterns often reflect localized factors rather than national trends. The most prevalent crime category remains violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37% of all reported incidents—though this rate is 19% below the UK average. Criminal damage and arson (19.6%) and anti-social behaviour (17.4%) follow, with the latter category showing a notable 50% decrease from October. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these patterns: November's shorter days and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour, while the same conditions could explain a rise in vehicle crime as thefts become more discreet in low-light conditions. Conversely, the sharp increase in drug-related offences—now at 2.2% of total crimes—may indicate a shift in local dynamics, though the absence of prior data makes it difficult to determine whether this is a temporary spike or a developing trend. The area's lower-than-average rates for shoplifting and vehicle crime (both 42% and 9% below UK averages) suggest that local efforts in retail security and vehicle storage may be effective, though the recent tripled incidents in these categories warrant further investigation. As the month transitions from the busy shopping period of Black Friday to the quieter weeks of December, the interplay between seasonal activity and crime prevention measures will likely shape future trends.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Whitwick's crime profile, with three categories experiencing 100% increases from October. Drug-related offences, previously absent, now account for 2.2% of total crimes, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Similarly, shoplifting and vehicle crime each tripled from zero to three incidents, raising questions about the factors driving these spikes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, from 16 to 8 incidents—a decrease that may reflect seasonal changes or local initiatives. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with violence and sexual offences (37%) remaining the largest category, though they are 19% below the UK average. These fluctuations, particularly in drug and vehicle-related offences, highlight the need for targeted analysis of November's specific conditions, such as the impact of dark evenings and Bonfire Night events.

Whitwick's crime rate rose by 9.5% in November 2024 compared to 5.3 per 1,000 in the previous month, reflecting a slight upward trend. This brings the current rate to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, which remains 23.7% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly two crimes per day on average—though this figure should be interpreted as a general indicator rather than a precise daily risk. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK population-wide context, Whitwick's residents face a crime risk that is lower than the national average, though the month-on-month increase suggests a need for continued monitoring. This population-scaled perspective underscores that while the area is statistically safer than the UK average, local fluctuations may warrant attention from residents and local authorities.