Crime Rate in Earl Shilton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Earl Shilton

The total recorded crimes in Earl Shilton, Hinckley and Bosworth, UK in February 2025 are around 47 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Earl Shilton crime rate of 4.24 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 Earl Shilton, encompassing approximately 11,079 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (23.08% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Earl Shilton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Balmoral Road with total crimes: 5
  • Notleyfield Close with total crimes: 3
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Earl Shilton?

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

  • Relative to Hinckley and Bosworth:

    • In 2024, Earl Shilton reported a higher crime volume than the Hinckley and Bosworth average, with 824 crimes compared to 556. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Earl Shilton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Earl Shilton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Hinckley and Bosworth average, with 867 crimes compared to 493. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Earl Shilton witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Hinckley and Bosworth, Earl Shilton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Earl Shilton Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Earl Shilton has recorded 47 crimes with crime rate of 4.24 ranking 4th out of 15 in the Hinckley and Bosworth, UK

In 2024, the total Earl Shilton crimes were 824. The crime rate of Earl Shilton in 2024 was 74.37 (year) or 6.20 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Hinckley and Bosworth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Earl Shilton were around 867 crimes with yearly crime rate of 78.25 (year) or 6.52 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Hinckley and Bosworth.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hinckley and Bosworth)CrimesRank (Hinckley and Bosworth)CrimesRank (Hinckley and Bosworth)
Hinckley Castle87 11,465 11,307 1
Hinckley Clarendon70 2856 2587 5
Barwell42 5720 5705 3
Hinckley De Montfort68 3823 4705 4
Hinckley Trinity34 8652 6552 6
Ratby, Bagworth and Thornton39 6503 9532 7
Newbold Verdon with Desford and Peckleton35 7581 7429 9
Burbage Sketchley and Stretton32 9529 8444 8
Burbage St Catherines and Lash Hill31 10424 10416 10
Markfield, Stanton and Fieldhead25 11378 11384 11
Groby24 12359 12331 12
Cadeby, Carlton and Market Bosworth with Shackerstone20 13255 13196 13
Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston14 14229 14169 14
Ambien13 15175 15154 15
Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy7 16121 16117 16

Earl Shilton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 356 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202532
January 202526
December 202422
November 202440
October 202425
September 202418
August 202433
July 202430
June 202452
May 202425
April 202426
March 202427

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 102 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20258
December 20241
November 20248
October 20246
September 20248
August 202413
July 20249
June 202424
May 202410
April 20244
March 202410

A total of 72 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20254
December 20241
November 20245
October 20247
September 20248
August 20241
July 20248
June 202414
May 20247
April 20246
March 20247

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20242
September 20244
July 20242
June 20246
April 20245
March 20241

A total of 76 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20246
October 20243
September 20246
August 20246
July 20246
June 202412
May 202410
April 20249
March 20249

A total of 54 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 202416
May 20243
April 20242
March 20249

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20247
June 20248
May 20242
April 20245
March 20245

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
September 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244
March 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
May 20241
March 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
March 20241

High Crime Locations Earl Shilton in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Earl Shilton postcode area is presented below.

1. Balmoral Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
2. Notleyfield Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
4. The Leecrofts (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. New Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Melton Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. High Street (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
9. Weaver Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Belle Vue Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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