WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Leicestershire Police Police

Birstall Watermead Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Birstall Watermead, localized within Charnwood.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

1.72per 1k

Total Population

13,364

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences11

Criminal Damage & Arson5

Public Order2

Other Theft2

Anti-social Behaviour1

Vehicle Crime1

Shoplifting1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Wanlip Lane Map	Violence and sexual offences: 5	5
On or near Myrtle Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1	3
On or near Parking Area Map	Other theft: 1Shoplifting: 1	2
On or near Supermarket Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1	2
On or near Malling Close Map	Public order: 1	1
On or near Lime Tree Avenue Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near Rose Tree Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near The Wayne Way Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1
On or near Sibson Road Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Parking Area Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1