Oadby and Wigston Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Oadby and Wigston recorded a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents, 31.0% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This relatively low rate suggests a community with effective policing or demographic factors that mitigate criminal activity. The balance between property and violent crimes reveals a nuanced picture: 128 property crimes and 112 violent crimes were reported, with violence and sexual offences comprising 37.1% of all incidents. This dominance of violent crime, though not overwhelming, contrasts with the UK average where property crimes often lead. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday lull, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail footfall—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate. For instance, shoplifting, typically driven by high street activity, saw a modest 13% increase compared to the UK average, but this may reflect isolated spikes rather than systemic trends. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, which is 49% below the UK average, could indicate strong community engagement or successful local initiatives. The area's character as a mixed urban-rural district may explain the moderate crime levels, with commuter infrastructure and suburban planning reducing opportunities for certain offences. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences—1.8 per 1,000, 28% below the UK average—suggests targeted interventions may still be needed in specific neighbourhoods or during particular times of the year.

January 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery incidents surging by 100% (from 0 to 3), a stark anomaly that may reflect isolated incidents or heightened awareness. Shoplifting increased by 64% compared to December, reaching 41 cases—13% above the UK average. This spike could be linked to post-holiday retail strategies or temporary vulnerabilities in store security. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 54.3% (from 35 to 16), due to reduced outdoor gatherings during colder weather. The balance between property and violent crime remained close, with property crimes slightly edging ahead (128 vs 112), but violent crimes like violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) remained 28% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour—0.5 per 1,000—was 49% below the UK average, suggesting strong community cohesion or effective local enforcement. For residents, the sharp rise in robbery, though small in absolute terms, underscores the need for vigilance in high-traffic areas. Meanwhile, the significant decline in public order offences highlights how seasonal factors like shorter days and colder temperatures can influence crime dynamics.

Oadby and Wigston's crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 in January 2025 marks a 4.3% decrease from December's 5.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 10 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national averages due to the absence of a UK-wide daily metric. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 204 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, which would be higher given the area's 31% deficit. With a population of 61,695, this translates to a manageable risk profile for residents, though the 1-in-204 figure should not obscure the need for vigilance in specific crime categories. The area's relatively low crime rate compared to the UK suggests either a combination of demographic factors—such as a higher proportion of middle-aged or retired residents—and/or effective local policing strategies. However, the sharp rise in robbery and the persistent gap in public order offences highlight areas where targeted measures could further reduce risks. These figures, when contextualised against the area's commuter infrastructure and suburban layout, indicate a community that is generally safer but not without pockets of vulnerability.