Crime Rate in Hinckley and Bosworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hinckley and Bosworth

The total recorded crimes in Hinckley and Bosworth, Hinckley and Bosworth in January 2025 are around 656 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hinckley and Bosworth crime rate of 5.77 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 Hinckley and Bosworth, encompassing approximately 113,641 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (243) incidents (-13.21% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (69) incidents (97.14% increase)
  • Other theft: (58) incidents (34.88% increase)
Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Market Place with total crimes: 12
  • A47 with total crimes: 10
  • King Street with total crimes: 8

Hinckley and Bosworth Police Info:

Leicestershire Police

How safe is Hinckley and Bosworth?

To understand the safety of Hinckley and Bosworth, we need to analyze Hinckley and Bosworth crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Hinckley and Bosworth has recorded 8,894 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 78.26 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 216 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 7,895 crimes with a crime rate of 69.47, ranking it 242 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Leicestershire:

    • In 2024, Hinckley and Bosworth reported a higher crime volume than the Leicestershire average, with 8,894 crimes compared to 8,345. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Hinckley and Bosworth recorded fewer crimes than 4 out of 6 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hinckley and Bosworth experienced a greater number of crimes than the Leicestershire average, with 7,895 crimes compared to 7,711. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Hinckley and Bosworth recorded fewer crimes than 4 out of 6 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Hinckley and Bosworth is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Leicestershire, Hinckley and Bosworth has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Hinckley Castle (119 crimes), and the safest, Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy (2 crimes), is 117 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Hinckley and Bosworth.

Similarly, the area of Hinckley Central (125 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Burbage St Catherines (24 crimes), with a difference of 101 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Hinckley and Bosworth.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Hinckley Castle119
Hinckley De Montfort77
Hinckley Clarendon64
Earl Shilton57
Newbold Verdon with Desford and Peckleton51

Safest Wards:

Markfield, Stanton and Fieldhead19
Cadeby, Carlton and Market Bosworth with Shackerstone17
Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston13
Ambien12
Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy2

Most Dangerous Areas:

Hinckley Central125
Hinckley West67
Hinckley Clarendon Park62
Earl Shilton57
Desford & Newbold Verdon51

Safest Areas:

Stoke Golding, Higham & Fenny Drayton31
Market Bosworth, Barlestone & Sheepy Magna31
Groby East29
Hinckley East27
Burbage St Catherines24

Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Statstics

In January 2025 the Hinckley and Bosworth has recorded 656 crimes with crime rate of 5.77 ranking 211th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 4 in terms of crime rate in Leicestershire.

In 2024, the total Hinckley and Bosworth crimes were 8,894. The crime rate of Hinckley and Bosworth in 2024 was 78.26 (year) or 6.52 (month) ranking it 216 danzarous in the UK. Hinckley and Bosworth ranked 3 in terms of total crimes and 4 in terms of crime rate in Leicestershire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hinckley and Bosworth were around 7,895 crimes with yearly crime rate of 69.47 (year) or 5.79 (month) ranking 242 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Leicestershire, Hinckley and Bosworth ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 6 as per crime rate of Hinckley and Bosworth

CityJanuary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Leicestershire)CrimesRank (Leicestershire)CrimesRank (Leicestershire)
Harborough438 75,943 75,256 7
Melton329 33,950 63,757 5
Oadby and Wigston302 64,484 54,290 4
Blaby558 58,176 37,778 3
Charnwood1,182 216,905 215,382 2
North West Leicestershire705 110,060 19,619 1

Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (243 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (69 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 280 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 53 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (272 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (62 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (262 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (66 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (245 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (66 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (240 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (100 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 254 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 100 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (502 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (140 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 511 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 63.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 130 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202536
December 202443
November 202457
October 202453
September 202462
August 202465
July 202465
June 2024130

A total of 50 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20256
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20248
July 20245
June 202418

A total of 169 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 21.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202523
December 202418
November 202417
October 202413
September 202419
August 202422
July 20247
June 202450

A total of 46 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20245
November 20248
October 20241
September 20245
August 20246
July 202411
June 20246

A total of 374 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 46.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202548
December 202442
November 202423
October 202435
September 202453
August 202443
July 202440
June 202490

A total of 2298 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 287.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 502 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025243
December 2024280
November 2024272
October 2024262
September 2024245
August 2024240
July 2024254
June 2024502

A total of 441 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 55.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 98 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202558
December 202443
November 202442
October 202443
September 202445
August 202449
July 202463
June 202498

A total of 41 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 5.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246
July 20244
June 202412

A total of 29 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20258
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246

A total of 133 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 16.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202516
December 202414
November 202420
October 202417
September 202414
August 202413
July 202415
June 202424

A total of 485 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 60.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 140 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202532
December 202444
November 202451
October 202456
September 202463
August 202452
July 202447
June 2024140

A total of 638 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 79.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 134 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202557
December 202453
November 202462
October 202466
September 202466
August 2024100
July 2024100
June 2024134

A total of 464 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 58.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 116 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202569
December 202435
November 202456
October 202443
September 202459
August 202443
July 202443
June 2024116

A total of 527 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 65.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 118 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202554
December 202446
November 202447
October 202451
September 202461
August 202472
July 202478
June 2024118

High Crime Locations Hinckley and Bosworth in January 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hinckley and Bosworth postcode area is presented below.

1. Market Place (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Other crime1
Burglary1
Bicycle theft1
2. A47 (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting7
Other theft2
Public order1
3. King Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary2
Shoplifting1
Public order1
Drugs1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
5. Copper Drive (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting8
6. Thruxton Close (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Other theft4

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