Crime Rate in Hinckley and Bosworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hinckley and Bosworth

The total recorded crimes in Hinckley and Bosworth, UK in May 2025 are around 751 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hinckley and Bosworth crime rate of 6.61 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (287) incidents (10.81% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (101) incidents (9.78% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (67) incidents (13.56% increase)
Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Market Place with total crimes: 16
  • A47 with total crimes: 10
  • Thruxton Close with total crimes: 10

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 (121 crimes), and the safest, Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston (15 crimes), is 106 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Hinckley and Bosworth.

Similarly, the area of Hinckley Central (123 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Groby West & Ratby (21 crimes), with a difference of 102 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Hinckley and Bosworth.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Hinckley Castle121
Hinckley De Montfort83
Earl Shilton78
Hinckley Clarendon75
Newbold Verdon with Desford and Peckleton61

Safest Wards:

Burbage St Catherines and Lash Hill22
Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy21
Cadeby, Carlton and Market Bosworth with Shackerstone18
Ambien17
Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston15

Most Dangerous Areas:

Hinckley Central123
Hinckley West83
Earl Shilton78
Hinckley Clarendon Park75
Desford & Newbold Verdon61

Safest Areas:

Burbage Sketchley & Stretton31
Hinckley East27
Groby East23
Burbage St Catherines22
Groby West & Ratby21

Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Hinckley and Bosworth has recorded 751 crimes with crime rate of 6.61 ranking 225th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 7 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

CityMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Leicestershire)CrimesRank (Leicestershire)CrimesRank (Leicestershire)
Harborough470 85,943 75,256 7
Melton344 33,950 63,757 5
Oadby and Wigston360 54,484 54,290 4
Blaby608 48,176 37,778 3
Charnwood1,449 216,905 215,382 2
North West Leicestershire818 110,060 19,619 1

Hinckley and Bosworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (287 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (101 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (259 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (92 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (250 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (91 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 243 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 51 incidents.

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20248
October 20241
September 20245
August 20246
July 202411

A total of 163 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.82 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202510
March 202516
February 202515
January 202516
December 202414
November 202420
October 202417
September 202414
August 202413
July 202415

A total of 541 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 49.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202554
April 202558
March 202535
February 202546
January 202569
December 202435
November 202456
October 202443
September 202459
August 202443
July 202443

A total of 518 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 47.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 63 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202553
April 202535
March 202544
February 202543
January 202558
December 202443
November 202442
October 202443
September 202445
August 202449
July 202463

A total of 51 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20257
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20248
July 20245

A total of 839 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 76.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 101 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025101
April 202592
March 202591
February 202551
January 202557
December 202453
November 202462
October 202466
September 202466
August 2024100
July 2024100

A total of 53 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246
July 20244

A total of 34 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
January 20258
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243

A total of 641 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 58.27 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202567
April 202559
March 202562
February 202544
January 202554
December 202446
November 202447
October 202451
September 202461
August 202472
July 202478

A total of 193 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.55 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202520
April 202516
March 202513
February 202525
January 202523
December 202418
November 202417
October 202413
September 202419
August 202422
July 20247

A total of 2835 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 257.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 287 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025287
April 2025259
March 2025250
February 2025243
January 2025243
December 2024280
November 2024272
October 2024262
September 2024245
August 2024240
July 2024254

A total of 617 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 56.09 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 65 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202563
April 202565
March 202557
February 202551
January 202536
December 202443
November 202457
October 202453
September 202462
August 202465
July 202465

A total of 405 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 36.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 53 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202545
April 202519
March 202530
February 202527
January 202548
December 202442
November 202423
October 202435
September 202453
August 202443
July 202440

A total of 485 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 44.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 63 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202532
April 202541
March 202536
February 202531
January 202532
December 202444
November 202451
October 202456
September 202463
August 202452
July 202447

High Crime Locations Hinckley and Bosworth in May 2025

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

1. Market Place (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
Possession of weapons2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
2. A47 (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Shoplifting2
Vehicle crime1
Other crime1
3. Thruxton Close (Map)
Total10
Other theft6
Shoplifting4
4. Cortanis Lane (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Drugs1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Baptist Walk (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime2
Criminal damage and arson2
Shoplifting1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6

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