Crime Rate in Spinney Hills: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Spinney Hills

The total recorded crimes in Spinney Hills, Leicester, UK in March 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Spinney Hills crime rate of 0.76 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 Spinney Hills, encompassing approximately 85,544 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (37) incidents (94.74% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Spinney Hills Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dorothy Road with total crimes: 9
  • Gopsall Street with total crimes: 7
  • The Approach with total crimes: 7

How safe is Spinney Hills?

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

  • Relative to Leicester:

    • In 2024, Spinney Hills demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Leicester average, with 799 crimes compared to 2765.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Spinney Hills recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Spinney Hills had fewer crimes than the Leicester average, with 695 crimes compared to 2,359. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Spinney Hills recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Spinney Hills Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Spinney Hills has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 0.76 ranking 21th out of 20 in the Leicester, UK

In 2024, the total Spinney Hills crimes were 799. The crime rate of Spinney Hills in 2024 was 9.34 (year) or 0.78 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Leicester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Spinney Hills were around 695 crimes with yearly crime rate of 8.12 (year) or 0.68 (month) ranking 21 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
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 Hills Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (7 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 (9 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 (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
October 20244
September 20247
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 402 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202537
February 202519
January 202530
December 202426
November 202431
October 202446
September 202432
August 202433
July 202419
June 202460
May 202436
April 202433

A total of 88 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20251
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20249
August 202411
July 202414
June 202414
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20248
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20247
September 20246
August 20245
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 85 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20256
January 20257
December 20244
November 20249
October 20242
September 20248
August 20246
July 20244
June 202416
May 20245
April 20249

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241
April 20243

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
August 20242

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20244
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 24 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 202410
April 20242

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Spinney Hills in March 2025

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

1. Dorothy Road (Map)
Total9
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
2. Gopsall Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
3. The Approach (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences7
4. Derwent Street (Map)
Total5
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Margaret Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
7. Earl Howe Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Egginton Street (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Abney Street (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Gwendolen Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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