Crime Rate in Melton Warwick: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Melton Warwick

The total recorded crimes in Melton Warwick, Melton, UK in May 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Melton Warwick crime rate of 13.19 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 Melton Warwick, encompassing approximately 3,033 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (90.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Melton Warwick Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cromwell Road with total crimes: 4
  • Barker Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Melton Warwick?

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

  • Relative to Melton:

    • In 2024, Melton Warwick reported a higher crime volume than the Melton average, with 434 crimes compared to 247. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Melton Warwick witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Melton.

    • In 2023, Melton Warwick experienced a greater number of crimes than the Melton average, with 355 crimes compared to 235. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Melton Warwick witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 15 other areas in the Melton.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Melton, Melton Warwick has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Melton Warwick Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Melton Warwick has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 13.19 ranking 4th out of 15 in the Melton, UK

In 2024, the total Melton Warwick crimes were 434. The crime rate of Melton Warwick in 2024 was 143.08 (year) or 11.92 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Melton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Melton Warwick were around 355 crimes with yearly crime rate of 117.03 (year) or 9.75 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Melton.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Melton Warwick)CrimesRank (Melton Warwick)CrimesRank (Melton Warwick)
Melton Craven46 1610 1565 1
Melton Newport26 6425 5519 2
Melton Egerton43 2529 2454 3
Melton Dorian41 3454 3347 6
Melton Sysonby21 9331 6424 4
Asfordby36 5248 7226 7
Long Clawson and Stathern22 7152 9206 8
Bottesford13 10187 8192 9
Croxton Kerrial21 8124 1090 10
Old Dalby5 1492 1278 11
Somerby4 1692 1159 14
Waltham-on-the-Wolds9 1186 1371 12
Frisby-on-the-Wreake7 1276 1454 15
Wymondham6 1362 1570 13
Gaddesby4 1548 1647 16

Melton Warwick Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 182 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202510
March 202521
February 202513
January 202512
December 20247
November 202413
October 202413
September 20247
August 202416
July 202416
June 202422
May 202413

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
May 20243

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20256
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243
July 20248
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20256
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243
August 20246
July 20244
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
September 20241
May 20243

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
January 20254
December 20248
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 20242
July 20242
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 62 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20255
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 20246
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20245
June 202410
May 20245

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
October 20241
September 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
May 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20242
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
August 20241
June 20244

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Melton Warwick in May 2025

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

1. Cromwell Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
2. Barker Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Market Place (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
5. High Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Sandy Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Gartree Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Hartland Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Princess Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Hospital (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.