Wigston Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wigston’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.5 per 1,000, placing it 14.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This positioning reflects a consistent trend of lower crime rates compared to national benchmarks, though the area is not without its challenges. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.9% of all reported incidents (96 cases). This was followed by shoplifting (13.5%) and public order offences (9.6%), both of which align with patterns often seen in urban centres with high foot traffic, such as retail hubs or areas with significant commuter activity. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—may have influenced these trends, with shoplifting and public order crimes likely driven by increased retail activity and social gatherings. However, the area also showed notable strengths: criminal damage and arson were 12% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour was 55% below, suggesting that community initiatives or effective policing strategies may be contributing to these outcomes. The lower-than-average rates for property-related crimes such as burglary (35% below UK average) and vehicle crime (55% below) further underscore Wigston’s relatively safer profile compared to national averages. These findings highlight a mixed picture, where the area’s built-up nature within Oadby and Wigston likely plays a role in shaping both the frequency and type of crimes reported. While the overall crime rate remains encouraging, the prominence of violence and sexual offences indicates that targeted interventions in this category may be necessary to maintain the current trajectory.

November saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with other theft surging by 150% (6 to 15) and shoplifting rising by 40.9% (22 to 31). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping, which could drive retail-related offences. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 75% (4 to 1), reflecting reduced outdoor activity in colder weather or improved security measures. Vehicle crime also dropped by 60% (15 to 6), due to shorter evenings and decreased parking activity. Wigston’s violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) is 5% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) is 55% below, suggesting a combination of local community dynamics and broader national trends. Residents may find the sharp decline in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it could indicate effective local policing or deterrent measures.

Wigston’s crime rate in November 2024 (6.5 per 1,000) marks a 4.1% decrease from the previous month’s 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. This reduction aligns with a broader pattern observed over recent months. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly eight crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides a clearer sense of the scale of crime relative to population size. This rate is lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may contribute to this discrepancy. However, the population context remains critical: with 35,357 residents, the absolute number of crimes (229) must be interpreted alongside local demographics and geographic characteristics. The area’s built-up nature within Oadby and Wigston may influence crime patterns differently than more rural or suburban regions.