East Leake Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Leake's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's generally low crime profile compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 25% of all reported crimes—significantly lower than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, which is 63% above East Leake's rate. The second most common category was criminal damage and arson, which occurred at a rate of 0.7 per 1,000, 13% above the UK average. This anomaly may reflect local factors such as seasonal activity or community-specific dynamics. The area's crime picture is further shaped by its seasonal context: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and empty homes, which could heighten burglary risks. However, East Leake's overall crime profile suggests that such risks are mitigated by local conditions, such as a compact built-up area with limited commercial zones. The dominance of property crimes (14 out of 28 total) indicates a focus on theft-related incidents, which may be influenced by the area's residential character and limited retail presence. Violent crimes, though lower in absolute numbers, remain a concern, with 7 incidents reported. This suggests a balance between property-focused and personal safety challenges, though the latter are subdued compared to national benchmarks. The interplay of these factors illustrates a community with a relatively low crime burden, where targeted interventions may further reinforce existing safety outcomes.

August 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to July. Shoplifting and burglary each doubled, rising from 1 to 2 incidents—a 100% increase. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, with a 66.7% jump from 3 to 5 incidents. These increases may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as heightened foot traffic during August holidays or the temporary absence of residents during summer breaks. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 50%, dropping from 14 to 7 incidents. This decline could be linked to the area's compact nature, where community visibility and policing presence may deter such crimes. Public order and vehicle crime also fell by 50%, aligning with a broader trend of reduced violent and disruptive incidents. The breakdown of crime types reveals a marked divergence from the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 63% below the national rate, while criminal damage and arson are 13% above. This contrast underscores East Leake's unique profile, where property-related crimes are more pronounced than violent offences. Residents may find the 50% reduction in public order incidents particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a decrease in disruptive behaviour that could enhance local quality of life.

East Leake's crime rate in August 2024 (4.0 per 1,000) was 15.1% lower than the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in crime over recent months. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in August, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 250 residents. This rate is lower than the UK average, though it is important to contextualise this within East Leake's population of 7,001. The compact nature of the built-up area, combined with its relatively low population density, likely contributes to the lower incidence of crime compared to larger urban centres. The 51.2% gap between East Leake's rate and the UK average highlights the area's effectiveness in maintaining safety, possibly through community cohesion or targeted policing. For residents, the 1-in-250 monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime, which is significantly lower than the UK average. This comparison reinforces East Leake's status as a relatively safe area, though the slight increases in shoplifting and burglary in August suggest that vigilance in specific areas remains necessary. The overall trajectory of decreasing crime rates over the past year further underscores the area's ability to manage crime effectively, even amid seasonal fluctuations.