East Leake Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

East Leake’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, 32.4% below the UK average of 6.8. This marked contrast with national trends underscores the area’s unique profile, though the exact reasons for its lower rates remain unclear. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 31.3% of total incidents (10 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (7 cases, 21.9%) and criminal damage and arson (5 cases, 15.6%). The dominance of violent crime, despite being significantly below the UK average, may reflect local demographic or geographic factors, such as the area’s status as a built-up district within Rushcliffe. Seasonal context also plays a role: January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull in retail activity likely contributed to lower property crime rates compared to busier months. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—now at 1.0 per 1,000—suggests a potential shift in community dynamics that deserves closer attention. While the area remains safer than the UK average, the increase in certain categories highlights the need for targeted interventions. The interplay between local conditions, such as reduced foot traffic during January, and national patterns illustrates how crime can vary even within similar regions. This data, though limited to a single month, provides a snapshot of the challenges and opportunities for maintaining East Leake’s relatively low crime rate.

The most striking change was a 600% surge in anti-social behaviour, rising from one incident to seven. This dramatic increase, coupled with a 200% rise in public order offences, suggests a shift in community tensions or unmet needs during the month. Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category (31.3% of total), were 44% below the UK average at 1.4 per 1,000. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose 150% to five incidents, placing the area 46% above the UK average for this category. This divergence highlights a combination of local factors and national trends. Meanwhile, burglary and other crime both declined—burglary fell 50% and other crime dropped 33.3%—though these decreases may reflect seasonal patterns, such as reduced retail activity during January’s post-holiday period.

East Leake’s crime rate in January 2026 rose 59.8% from 2.9 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a notable upward trend compared to December. This increase, though still well below the UK average, reflects a shift in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 219 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the impact of crime within the local population. This statistic, when paired with the area’s population of 7,001, highlights that the majority of residents remain unaffected. However, the rise in certain categories—such as anti-social behaviour—suggests that specific community dynamics may be influencing local crime trends. The absence of a UK daily crime comparison means this figure remains uniquely local, but it offers a tangible measure of risk for East Leake’s population.