Oadby and Wigston Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 61,695 residents, Oadby and Wigston recorded 387 crimes in June 2023, translating to a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 25.9% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a consistent trend for the region. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which made up 45.5% of all reported crimes—nearly half of the total. This was followed by criminal damage and arson (10.9%) and public order offences (9.8%). The distribution of crime types suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related incidents, which may be influenced by the area's mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as June marks the start of summer, with longer daylight hours and the beginning of tourism in nearby coastal and rural areas. However, the lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (66% below UK average) and vehicle crime (57% below) indicate that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be contributing to a safer environment. The relatively low levels of theft from the person (29% below UK average) and bicycle theft (100% below) could reflect effective street lighting, surveillance, or community engagement efforts in high-traffic areas. While the overall rate remains stable, the dominance of violent crimes highlights the need for targeted interventions in spaces where conflicts are more likely to escalate, such as public venues or transport hubs.

June 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons jumping by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from 0 to 4 incidents. This increase, though small in absolute terms, may signal heightened tensions or a shift in criminal activity patterns. Robbery also saw a 100% increase, with two reported cases—though this remains a rare occurrence given the overall low rate of 0.5 per 1,000 residents. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped sharply by 68.4%, falling from 38 to 12 incidents. This decline could be linked to improved parking security or reduced foot traffic during the summer months. Shoplifting also rose by 41.7%, moving from 12 to 17 cases—a trend that may reflect seasonal retail activity or changes in store security measures. The area’s violent crime rate (2.9 per 1,000) was 1% below the UK average, while public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) were 10% below. However, criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) was 9% above the UK average, suggesting a need for closer monitoring of property-related disputes. These shifts underscore the importance of localized strategies to address rising concerns while maintaining progress in reducing other categories.

Oadby and Wigston’s crime rate in June 2023 was 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a slight decrease of 2.8% compared to the previous month’s rate of 6.5. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 13 crimes reported each day, a figure that may feel significant to residents but remains well below the UK average when scaled to the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 159 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, which would likely be higher given the overall national rate. The population context is critical here: with 61,695 residents, the area’s crime management appears to be effective, as evidenced by the consistent gap between local and national rates. For instance, the 66% reduction in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average suggests that community engagement or local policing strategies are yielding results. However, the 9% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average indicates areas for improvement. These comparisons highlight that while Oadby and Wigston is not immune to crime, its proactive approach to certain categories may be setting a benchmark for other areas.