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 May 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston crime rate of 30.81 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Giles Close with total crimes: 3
  • Osbaston Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Wood Road with total crimes: 1

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 May 2025 the Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 30.81 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston)CrimesRank (Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston)CrimesRank (Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston)
Hinckley Castle121 11,465 11,307 1
Earl Shilton78 3824 3867 2
Hinckley Clarendon75 4856 2587 5
Hinckley De Montfort83 2823 4705 4
Barwell59 7720 5705 3
Newbold Verdon with Desford and Peckleton61 5581 7429 9
Hinckley Trinity60 6652 6552 6
Ratby, Bagworth and Thornton31 9503 9532 7
Burbage Sketchley and Stretton31 8529 8444 8
Burbage St Catherines and Lash Hill22 12424 10416 10
Groby30 10359 12331 12
Markfield, Stanton and Fieldhead29 11378 11384 11
Cadeby, Carlton and Market Bosworth with Shackerstone18 14255 13196 13
Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy21 13121 16117 16
Ambien17 15175 15154 15

Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 82 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20248
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20248
June 202412
May 202410

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
January 20251
October 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.73 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
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 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
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston in May 2025

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

1. St Giles Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Osbaston Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Wood Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Grange Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Bagworth Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Church Terrace (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. New Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. West End (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Spinney Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Curtis Way (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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