Crime Rate in Thurnby & Houghton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thurnby & Houghton

The total recorded crimes in Thurnby & Houghton, Harborough, UK in May 2025 are around 46 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thurnby & Houghton crime rate of 16.72 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Thurnby & Houghton, encompassing approximately 2,751 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-6.25% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Thurnby & Houghton Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Lyncroft Leys with total crimes: 3
  • Southfield Close with total crimes: 3
  • Holmleigh Gardens with total crimes: 3

How safe is Thurnby & Houghton?

To understand the safety of Thurnby & Houghton, we need to analyze Thurnby & Houghton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Harborough:

    • In 2024, Thurnby & Houghton reported a higher crime volume than the Harborough average, with 629 crimes compared to 313. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Thurnby & Houghton witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 18 other areas in the Harborough.

    • In 2023, Thurnby & Houghton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Harborough average, with 449 crimes compared to 277. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Thurnby & Houghton witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 18 other areas in the Harborough.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Harborough, Thurnby & Houghton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Thurnby & Houghton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Thurnby & Houghton has recorded 46 crimes with crime rate of 16.72 ranking 3th out of 18 in the Harborough, UK

In 2024, the total Thurnby & Houghton crimes were 629. The crime rate of Thurnby & Houghton in 2024 was 228.59 (year) or 19.05 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Harborough.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thurnby & Houghton were around 449 crimes with yearly crime rate of 163.18 (year) or 13.60 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Harborough.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thurnby & Houghton)CrimesRank (Thurnby & Houghton)CrimesRank (Thurnby & Houghton)
Lutterworth East26 8564 3488 1
Lubenham68 1482 5424 4
Market Harborough-Great Bowden & Arden51 2590 2476 2
Market Harborough-Welland39 4486 4323 8
Market Harborough-Little Bowden24 9358 8341 5
Market Harborough-Logan27 5370 7328 7
Kibworths27 6377 6332 6
Broughton Astley South & Leire27 7291 9265 10
Broughton Astley-Primethorpe & Sutton17 11222 13288 9
Lutterworth West14 15240 10263 11
Billesdon & Tilton17 10178 16198 15
Glen16 12233 11242 12
Fleckney16 13226 12206 14
Ullesthorpe10 17181 15213 13
Dunton9 18190 14154 16
Bosworth16 14113 1892 18
Misterton12 16156 17111 17
Nevill8 1957 1963 19

Thurnby & Houghton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (21 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 234 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 202516
March 202515
February 202514
January 202516
December 20249
November 202417
October 202417
September 202416
August 202419
July 202419
June 202440
May 202421

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
May 20241

A total of 70 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.38 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20259
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
September 20243
August 20249
July 20247
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 87 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20255
February 20256
January 202521
December 202419
October 20248
September 20244
August 20246
July 20245
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 20248
May 20246

A total of 95 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.31 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20254
February 202511
January 20256
December 20242
November 202410
October 202423
September 20249
August 20247
July 20244
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
June 20244

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20255
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245
July 20245
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 52 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20257
January 20258
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
July 20241
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20254
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
October 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations Thurnby & Houghton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Thurnby & Houghton postcode area is presented below.

1. Lyncroft Leys (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
2. Southfield Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
3. Holmleigh Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Uppingham Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Willows End (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
8. Alice Hawkins Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
10. Church Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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