Saxilby Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Saxilby's crime rate in February 2026 remained significantly lower than the UK average, with 2.4 crimes per 1,000 residents compared to the national figure of 6.4. This places the area 62.5% below the UK average, a disparity that aligns with patterns observed in rural and semi-rural communities where lower population density and community cohesion often correlate with reduced crime rates. The most prevalent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 73.3% of all reported incidents (11 cases) — a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents, 22% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed with 13.3% of total crimes (2 cases), and burglary and public order offences each contributed 6.7% (1 case). The seasonal context of February, a winter month characterised by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may partly explain the relatively low overall crime rate. However, the prominence of violent crimes suggests factors beyond seasonal patterns are at play, such as local social dynamics or unmet demand for support services. The low property crime rate (0.2 per 1,000) further reinforces Saxilby's status as an area with minimal economic crime, a trend consistent with communities where property is less concentrated in high-value assets. These figures illustrate a crime profile that contrasts sharply with urban centres, where property crimes often dominate, and highlight the need for targeted approaches to address the specific nature of violent incidents in this area.

February 2026 saw notable month-on-month increases in anti-social behaviour (+100.0%), public order offences (+100.0%), and violence and sexual offences (+37.5%). These rises, while not overwhelming the overall stability of Saxilby's crime rate, signal a shift in the crime mix towards more interpersonal incidents. The surge in anti-social behaviour — which now accounts for 13.3% of all crimes — may reflect the impact of colder weather on community interactions. The increase in violence and sexual offences, despite remaining below the UK average for this category, warrants attention given their proportion of total crimes. The rate of violence in Saxilby (1.8 per 1,000) is 22% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000, suggesting that while the absolute number of incidents has risen, the local context may provide some protection against more severe violence. The absence of property crimes in this month's data, compared to the usual 0.2 per 1,000, is an unusual but not statistically significant fluctuation. Residents may find the low overall crime rate (15 total crimes in a population of 6,160) reassuring, though the rise in violent incidents highlights the importance of community-based support networks. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions that address the specific drivers of interpersonal crime in Saxilby.

Saxilby's crime rate in February 2026 remained stable compared to the previous month, maintaining the same rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that the area's crime profile is not subject to significant short-term fluctuations, a characteristic often seen in communities with established social structures and low population turnover. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in February — a figure that, while low, provides a tangible benchmark for residents to contextualise their safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 411 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to the UK average. Given Saxilby's population of 6,160, this translates to an environment where the likelihood of encountering crime is significantly reduced relative to the national picture. The comparison to the UK average also reveals striking differences in crime distribution: Saxilby's violent crime rate is 22% below the national figure, while its anti-social behaviour rate is 67% below the UK average. These disparities highlight the unique characteristics of Saxilby, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower levels of both interpersonal and public order incidents. For residents, the data reinforces the perception of Saxilby as a relatively safe area, though the presence of any crime — even at such low levels — underscores the importance of maintaining local initiatives that address the root causes of the incidents that do occur.