Oadby and Wigston Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most dramatic shift in November 2025 was the 100% increase in shoplifting, rising from 8 to 16 incidents. This surge aligns with the timing of Black Friday shopping, which typically peaks in late November. Oadby and Wigston’s overall crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents remains 34.2% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime picture, accounting for 40.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.8%) and other theft (8.8%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night events, dark evenings, and the start of the Christmas shopping period—likely contributes to patterns in property crime and public order issues. The area’s relatively low crime rates may be influenced by its mixed urban-rural character, with a combination of residential suburbs, retail hubs, and green spaces. While violent crime remains the largest category, the proportion of property crimes has decreased slightly compared to previous months, suggesting a shift in criminal activity focus. The data also indicates that anti-social behaviour is 43% below the UK average, potentially reflecting local community engagement efforts or the area’s lower population density.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting, the most significant month-on-month change, with incidents doubling from 8 to 16. This jump coincides with the Black Friday shopping period, which often drives retail crime. Meanwhile, burglary fell by 48% (25 to 13), possibly due to increased security measures or seasonal changes in criminal activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences remain the largest category, but their rate of 2.0 per 1,000 is 22% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour is 43% below the UK average, and other theft is 22% below, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. The sharp decline in theft from the person (from 2 to 1) may indicate improved public awareness or the impact of targeted campaigns. Conversely, bicycle theft rose by 33.3%, linked to the start of the Christmas season and increased cycling activity. Residents should note that the monthly exposure figure—1 crime per 208 residents—provides context for how frequently crime occurs in the area compared to national averages.

Oadby and Wigston’s crime rate in November 2025 (4.8 per 1,000 residents) rose slightly by 1.7% from the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000, indicating stability in overall crime levels. Daily crime statistics show an average of 10 crimes per day, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 208 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, reflecting the area’s consistently safer profile. The population context further highlights that, with 61,695 residents, the local crime rate is significantly below national benchmarks. For example, violent crime in the area is 22% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour is 43% below. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp fluctuations in specific crime types, such as the doubling of shoplifting. This suggests that while the area maintains a low-level crime environment, certain categories—like retail theft—remain sensitive to seasonal factors. The data also underscores that Oadby and Wigston’s crime picture is shaped by its unique mix of urban and rural characteristics, which may influence both crime patterns and policing effectiveness.