Crime Rate in Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston

The total recorded crimes in Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston, Hinckley and Bosworth, UK in July 2025 are around 9 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston crime rate of 18.48 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 Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston, encompassing approximately 486 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-42.86% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston Crime Hotspots

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

  • Garland Lane with total crimes: 2
  • New Street with total crimes: 2
  • West End with total crimes: 2

How safe is Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston?

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

  • Relative to Hinckley and Bosworth:

    • In 2024, Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hinckley and Bosworth average, with 229 crimes compared to 556.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Hinckley and Bosworth.

    • In 2023, Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston had fewer crimes than the Hinckley and Bosworth average, with 169 crimes compared to 493. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Hinckley and Bosworth.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Hinckley and Bosworth, Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston has recorded 9 crimes with crime rate of 18.48 ranking 16th out of 15 in the Hinckley and Bosworth, UK

In 2024, the total Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston crimes were 229. The crime rate of Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston in 2024 was 470.32 (year) or 39.19 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Hinckley and Bosworth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston were around 169 crimes with yearly crime rate of 347.09 (year) or 28.92 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Hinckley and Bosworth.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston)CrimesRank (Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston)CrimesRank (Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston)
Hinckley Castle106 11,465 11,307 1
Earl Shilton77 3824 3867 2
Hinckley Clarendon68 4856 2587 5
Hinckley De Montfort80 2823 4705 4
Barwell66 5720 5705 3
Hinckley Trinity49 7652 6552 6
Ratby, Bagworth and Thornton50 6503 9532 7
Newbold Verdon with Desford and Peckleton37 9581 7429 9
Burbage Sketchley and Stretton47 8529 8444 8
Burbage St Catherines and Lash Hill37 10424 10416 10
Markfield, Stanton and Fieldhead34 11378 11384 11
Groby24 12359 12331 12
Cadeby, Carlton and Market Bosworth with Shackerstone16 14255 13196 13
Ambien23 13175 15154 15
Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy12 15121 16117 16

Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

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

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (4 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 36 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20246
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 63 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
May 20256
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20248
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20253
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
January 20254
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston postcode area is presented below.

1. Garland Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
2. New Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. West End (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Gregory Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Barton Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Saints Walk (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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