Crime Rate in Belgrave: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Belgrave

The total recorded crimes in Belgrave, Leicester, UK in March 2025 are around 127 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Belgrave crime rate of 0.89 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 Belgrave, encompassing approximately 143,155 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (42) incidents (-16.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-15.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (16) incidents (100.00% increase)
Belgrave Crime Hotspots

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

  • Newington Street with total crimes: 9
  • Abbey Park Street with total crimes: 6
  • Southey Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Belgrave?

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

  • Relative to Leicester:

    • In 2024, Belgrave demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Leicester average, with 1678 crimes compared to 2765.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Belgrave recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Belgrave had fewer crimes than the Leicester average, with 1,583 crimes compared to 2,359. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Belgrave recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Leicester, Belgrave has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Belgrave Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Belgrave has recorded 127 crimes with crime rate of 0.48 ranking 14th out of 20 in the Leicester, UK

In 2024, the total Belgrave crimes were 1,678. The crime rate of Belgrave in 2024 was 11.72 (year) or 0.98 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Leicester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Belgrave were around 1,583 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.06 (year) or 0.92 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Leicester.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Leicester)CrimesRank (Leicester)CrimesRank (Leicester)
Castle1,228 115,187 110,547 1
Braunstone Park & Rowley Fields229 53,414 33,304 2
Abbey366 24,284 23,077 3
Westcotes235 33,169 42,429 7
Western222 62,908 62,971 4
Beaumont Leys233 42,996 52,734 5
Fosse198 92,749 72,714 6
Stoneygate214 72,588 82,352 8
Saffron200 82,452 92,347 9
Eyres Monsell129 131,908 111,880 10
Evington148 111,990 101,807 11
Humberstone & Hamilton172 101,757 121,648 13
North Evington112 181,586 151,692 12
Troon133 121,646 141,304 17
Aylestone123 151,540 161,582 15
Knighton115 171,450 171,329 16
Wycliffe115 161,374 181,223 18
Rushey Mead85 201,255 201,186 19
Thurncourt102 191,327 191,135 20
Spinney Hills65 21799 21695 21

Belgrave Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (59 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (31 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (48 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (32 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (94 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (51 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (26 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 161 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202513
January 20254
December 20249
November 202412
October 202415
September 202412
August 202418
July 202416
June 202426
May 202410
April 202411

A total of 335 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.92 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 59 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202520
January 202512
December 202421
November 202459
October 202431
September 202429
August 202432
July 202422
June 202444
May 202422
April 202426

A total of 34 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20246
October 20244
September 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 554 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 94 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202542
February 202550
January 202528
December 202447
November 202440
October 202436
September 202432
August 202448
July 202450
June 202494
May 202451
April 202436

A total of 107 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 20254
December 20244
November 202411
October 20246
September 20249
August 202412
July 20249
June 202416
May 202414
April 20247

A total of 89 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20247
August 202411
July 202411
June 202412
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 130 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20258
January 20257
December 20246
November 20248
October 20249
September 20249
August 202417
July 202415
June 202414
May 202412
April 20249

A total of 63 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 20242
May 20249
April 202410

A total of 22 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 50 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 202410
May 202410
April 20249

A total of 20 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
July 20245
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 17 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20243
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20243

High Crime Locations Belgrave in March 2025

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

1. Newington Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
2. Abbey Park Street (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Southey Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cossington Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
5. Down Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
6. Checketts Close (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Nightclub (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
8. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Brandon Street (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Other theft1
10. Ironworks Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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