Wigston Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wigston’s overall crime rate for September 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 31.1% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance reflects a combination of proactive policing, community initiatives, and the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone with a strong retail and educational presence. The three most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (31.8% of total), anti-social behaviour (14.0%), and burglary (9.5%). Violence and sexual offences, at 1.6 per 1,000, were 38% below the UK average, a trend that may be linked to the area’s relatively low population density and the presence of schools and universities, which often correlate with lower rates of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, while common, was 40% below the UK average, possibly due to effective community engagement and the absence of large-scale nightlife hubs. Burglary, however, stood out as a category significantly above the UK average (79% higher), a disparity that may reflect the concentration of residential properties in certain parts of the built-up area. Seasonal factors also played a role: the start of the academic year in September likely contributed to fluctuations in shoplifting and public order offences, which typically rise during periods of heightened social activity but fell sharply this month, due to the return to structured routines. The area’s crime profile, shaped by its mix of housing, retail, and educational institutions, suggests that while overall safety is strong, targeted interventions in burglary-prone areas may be necessary to maintain this trend.

September 2025 saw two crime types double compared to August: possession of weapons (from 1 to 2 incidents) and bicycle theft (from 1 to 2). This sharp increase in weapons-related offences, while small in absolute terms, may signal heightened tensions in specific areas, such as school zones or public transport hubs. Vehicle crime also rose by 66.7%, jumping from 6 to 10 incidents, a shift that could reflect increased car ownership among students returning to the area or changes in parking patterns. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 51.6% (from 31 to 15), and public order offences dropped by 42.3% (from 26 to 15), trends consistent with the start of the academic year and reduced late-night activity. Burglary remains a concern, with a rate of 0.5 per 1,000 residents—79% above the UK average—suggesting vulnerabilities in residential areas that may require targeted security measures.

Wigston's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 24.1% compared to August, falling from 6.7 to 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the transition from summer to autumn often sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer night-time events. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 6 incidents per day over the month, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s generally low crime profile. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 198 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national averages. When scaled to the population of 35,357, this means fewer than 200 residents experienced a crime directly, a statistic that may partly explain public confidence in local policing and community engagement efforts. The reduction in shoplifting and public order offences, both down by over 40%, could be linked to the start of the academic year, as students and families returned to routine schedules.