East Leake Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

East Leake’s crime rate in February 2026 remained well below the UK average, standing at 4.3 per 1,000 residents—32.8% lower than the national figure of 6.4 per 1,000. This continued safety, despite the winter season, reflects the area’s character as a relatively low-density built-up zone within Rushcliffe, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may contribute to lower crime levels. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences (23.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.0%) and shoplifting (16.7%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of February, a month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull that may temper opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting—now 21% above the UK average—suggests a potential vulnerability in retail environments, linked to the timing of seasonal sales or the area’s proximity to larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour, though less frequent than the UK average, remains a persistent issue, often concentrated in public spaces where community engagement is critical to prevention. The overall crime profile illustrates a balance between localized challenges and the broader safety of the area, with no single category dominating the statistics. This suggests that while East Leake is not immune to crime, its built-up nature and smaller population create a distinct dynamic compared to more densely populated regions.

February 2026 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with shoplifting incidents surging by 100% from January, rising from zero to five reported cases. This increase, though limited in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as pre-spring retail activity or targeted opportunism in local stores. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 30% month-on-month, dropping from 10 to 7 cases. This decline aligns with the typical winter lull in outdoor activity, though it remains to be seen whether this reflects broader patterns or temporary factors. Shoplifting in East Leake (0.7 per 1,000) now exceeds the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) by 21%, a shift that may warrant closer attention from local retailers. Meanwhile, public order offences decreased by 33.3%, and drugs-related crime dropped by 50%, suggesting a mixed picture of stability and isolated spikes in specific categories.

East Leake’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 6.1% decline from the previous month’s 4.6 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued period of relative stability, though the pace of change remains modest. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of one crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that aligns with the low overall crime rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 233 residents, a statistic that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. With a population of 7,001, the scale of exposure remains low compared to larger urban centres, where crime rates are typically higher. This context is crucial for residents seeking to understand the local risk profile, as the monthly exposure figure highlights the infrequency of incidents even during periods of higher activity, such as weekends or holidays.