Oadby Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Oadby's crime profile in February 2026, accounting for 35.2% of all reported incidents. At 3.8 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate was 40.6% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000 — a significant gap that underscores Oadby's relatively safe environment. The dominance of violent crime, despite being 44% below the UK average for this category, suggests a combination of local factors. Oadby's built-up nature, with its mix of residential and commercial areas, may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime compared to more rural or dispersed communities. The seasonal context of February — a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull — appears to have tempered overall crime levels. Anti-social behaviour (16.5% of incidents) and burglary (11.0%) followed as the next most common categories, with the latter's rate 60% above the UK average. This anomaly could be explained by Oadby's proximity to major transport links and its role as a commuter hub, which may increase the vulnerability of properties to targeted theft. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (48% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (43% below) suggest that local policing strategies and community engagement initiatives are likely effective in mitigating these specific risks. These patterns, while consistent with Oadby's character as a developed urban area, highlight the need for continued vigilance in addressing the persistent challenge of violent crime.

February 2026 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with other crime tripling from one to three incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect underreported issues or seasonal variations in reporting behaviour. Meanwhile, drug-related offences fell by 71.4%, from seven to two incidents, a drop consistent with the winter lull in social activity. Burglary, however, remained a concern, with a rate of 0.4 per 1,000 — 60% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This discrepancy could be linked to Oadby's built-up character, where higher population density and property values may create opportunities for targeted theft. The 50% reduction in public order offences, from eight to four incidents, suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors — such as reduced foot traffic in public spaces — may have contributed to this decline. Residents may find the 48% reduction in shoplifting, from 0.6 to 0.3 per 1,000, particularly reassuring, as it indicates effective retail security measures.

Oadby's crime rate in February 2026 dropped by 20.9% compared to the previous month, falling from 4.8 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the winter season's typical reduction in outdoor activity, which may partly explain lower rates of vehicle crime and public order offences. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly three crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 91 incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 264 residents, a rate that reflects the area's relatively low overall crime profile. With a population of 24,061, this monthly exposure translates to a manageable frequency for most residents. The drop in drug-related offences by 71.4% and criminal damage by 50% further supports the seasonal pattern, suggesting that colder weather and reduced social gatherings may contribute to this trend. These figures, however, do not account for the unique dynamics of Oadby's built-up area, where local factors such as community engagement and policing strategies likely play a role in maintaining lower crime levels.