Crime Rate in Saffron: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Saffron

The total recorded crimes in Saffron, Leicester, UK in March 2025 are around 200 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Saffron crime rate of 5.47 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 Saffron, encompassing approximately 36,575 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (53) incidents (-5.36% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (38) incidents (31.03% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (35) incidents (94.44% increase)
Saffron Crime Hotspots

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

  • Euston Street with total crimes: 44
  • Putney Road West with total crimes: 22
  • Mill Lane with total crimes: 21

How safe is Saffron?

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

  • Relative to Leicester:

    • In 2024, Saffron demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Leicester average, with 2452 crimes compared to 2765.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Saffron witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Saffron had fewer crimes than the Leicester average, with 2,347 crimes compared to 2,359. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Saffron witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Saffron Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Saffron has recorded 200 crimes with crime rate of 5.47 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Leicester, UK

In 2024, the total Saffron crimes were 2,452. The crime rate of Saffron in 2024 was 67.04 (year) or 5.59 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Leicester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Saffron were around 2,347 crimes with yearly crime rate of 64.17 (year) or 5.35 (month) ranking 9 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
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
Belgrave127 141,678 131,583 14
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

Saffron Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (53 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (38 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 56 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (73 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 70 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 51 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (60 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (57 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (62 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (34 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (64 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 62 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (118 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (48 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (80 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (29 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 56 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243
June 202412
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 153 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202510
January 20259
December 202410
November 202411
October 202419
September 202419
August 202411
July 20248
June 202424
May 20247
April 202416

A total of 343 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202518
January 202526
December 202430
November 202425
October 202423
September 202434
August 202426
July 202424
June 202446
May 202427
April 202429

A total of 82 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20247
September 202412
August 20245
July 20241
June 202418
May 20245
April 202410

A total of 809 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 67.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 118 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202553
February 202556
January 202573
December 202470
November 202457
October 202462
September 202459
August 202464
July 202462
June 2024118
May 202455
April 202480

A total of 194 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202511
January 20257
December 202417
November 202410
October 20245
September 202416
August 202415
July 202420
June 202448
May 20249
April 202423

A total of 68 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20259
December 20249
November 20243
October 20248
September 20245
August 20241
July 20242
June 202414
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 339 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202529
January 202544
December 202451
November 202460
October 202437
September 202417
August 202424
July 202414
June 202412
May 20243
April 202410

A total of 43 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 170 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202522
January 202512
December 202415
November 202418
October 20247
September 202411
August 20247
July 202414
June 202418
May 202419
April 202418

A total of 31 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20244
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 264 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202516
January 202523
December 202415
November 202422
October 202417
September 202421
August 202420
July 202427
June 202448
May 202418
April 202421

A total of 18 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20243
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

High Crime Locations Saffron in March 2025

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

1. Euston Street (Map)
Total44
Criminal damage and arson14
Violence and sexual offences12
Drugs8
Public order7
Possession of weapons2
Other crime1
2. Putney Road West (Map)
Total22
Shoplifting15
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Mill Lane (Map)
Total21
Shoplifting18
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Burglary1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Hawkins Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
6. Brazil Street (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
7. Park Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Windermere Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Pavilion Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
10. Saffron Hill Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences1

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