Updated March 20267 areas
Leicestershire Crime Rankings 2026
Harborough is the safest area in Leicestershire with a crime rate of 49.7 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 62.1 compares to a UK average of 81.5.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: March 2026 • Updated monthly
Harborough
Safest in Leicestershire
49.7 per 1k
Charnwood
Highest Crime in Leicestershire
75.0 per 1k
81.5
UK Average
per 1k residents
6
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
trending_down
Leicestershire's average crime rate of 62.1 per 1,000 residents is 19.4 below the UK average of 81.5.
Leicestershire Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harborough | 49.7 | -1.8% |
| 2 | Oadby and Wigston | 59.5 | -18.7% |
| 3 | Melton | 60.9 | -28.5% |
| 4 | Hinckley and Bosworth | 62.9 | -2.0% |
| 5 | Blaby | 65.7 | -5.0% |
| 6 | North West Leicestershire | 61.2 | -2.5% |
| 7 | Charnwood | 75.0 | +4.5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Leicestershire? expand_more
Harborough has the lowest crime rate in Leicestershire at 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Leicestershire compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Leicestershire is 62.1 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.5.
Is crime improving in Leicestershire? expand_more
6 of 7 areas in Leicestershire recorded fewer crimes than the same period last year.
Data: Police.uk (OGL v3.0) · Population: ONS Census 2021 · Methodology