Whitwick Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Whitwick's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, a figure 43.8% below the UK average of 6.4. This performance places the built-up area within North West Leicestershire among the safer localities in the country. The crime profile shows a clear dominance of violent crime, which accounted for 44.8% of all reported incidents (13 cases), followed by property-related offences (26.6%) and public order issues (13.8%). Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, were 31% below the UK average for this category. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the relatively low overall crime rate. While shoplifting and public order offences remained stable compared to other months, the absence of significant spikes in property crime or vehicle-related incidents suggests that local factors, such as the area's character as a mixed-use built-up area with limited retail density, may help explain the subdued levels of theft and burglary. The low crime rate aligns with the area's likely demographic profile, which may include a higher proportion of older residents or a lower population density compared to major urban centres. This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate, indicating that Whitwick's crime profile reflects a unique local dynamic shaped by its geography and community structure.

February 2026 saw three distinct categories experience 100% month-on-month increases: other theft, vehicle crime, and shoplifting. This surge in these categories—each rising from zero to one incident—marks the most dramatic shift in the crime mix for the month. Shoplifting, which accounted for 13.8% of all reported crimes, rose from two to four incidents, though it remains 14% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The increase in vehicle crime, while small in absolute terms, is significant given its rarity in Whitwick, where it typically falls below the UK average. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, at 1.6 per 1,000 (44.8% of total crimes), 31% below the UK average for this category. Public order offences.5 per 1,000, were 22% above the UK average, suggesting a potential local factor influencing this category. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting may indicate a need for heightened awareness around retail premises, particularly during periods of low outdoor activity. These changes, while statistically significant, remain within the context of Whitwick's overall low crime environment, which is 43.8% below the UK average.

Whitwick's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 93.6% compared to the previous month, increasing from 1.9 per 1,000 to 3.6 per 1,000. This jump, though substantial, still leaves the area well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 275 residents, a figure that illustrates the relatively low exposure to crime typical of this built-up area. On a daily basis, Whitwick recorded approximately one crime per day in February—a localised metric that does not account for broader UK trends. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the month-on-month increase, the area's crime rate remains in a historically low range. This contrast with the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the area's inherent characteristics, such as its likely mix of residential and low-density commercial zones. The 93.6% rise from January to February may reflect seasonal transitions, with the end of winter holidays potentially leading to increased indoor activity and associated risks. However, the absence of a corresponding spike in property crime or burglary suggests that the increase is concentrated in categories like violence and shoplifting, which may have different seasonal drivers. For residents, the 93.6% rise underscores the importance of monitoring local crime patterns even within a generally safe environment.