Crime in Abbey, Leicester: statistics, rates and trends
2,815 crimes were recorded in Abbey, Leicester in the 12 months to July 2026, 121.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Abbey, Leicester at a glance
- Crime trends in Abbey, Leicester
- Types of crime in Abbey, Leicester
- Abbey, Leicester compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Abbey, Leicester
- What happened after crimes were reported in Abbey, Leicester
- Population and deprivation in Abbey, Leicester
- Questions about crime in Abbey, Leicester
- About this data
2,815 crimes were recorded in Abbey, Leicester in the 12 months to July 2026, 121.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 946 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Abbey, Leicester has the 813th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Abbey, Leicester | Leicester | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,815 | 47,587 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 121.4 | 122.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | -6% | -1% |
| Population | 23,195 | 388,348 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Abbey, Leicester was highest in the year to July 2025 (3,207 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (2,815). Over the whole period it fell 11%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 2,815 | 121.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 3,207 | 138.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 3,042 | 131.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 3,092 | 133.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 3,126 | 134.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 3,126 | 134.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 3,020 | 130.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,039 | 131.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 3,149 | 135.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 260 |
| June 2026 | 244 |
| May 2026 | 268 |
| April 2026 | 239 |
| March 2026 | 223 |
| February 2026 | 196 |
| January 2026 | 202 |
| December 2025 | 212 |
| November 2025 | 207 |
| October 2025 | 247 |
| September 2025 | 231 |
| August 2025 | 286 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Abbey, Leicester over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson, public order.
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-38%) and other crime (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 946 | 40.8 | 1.19 | -8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 459 | 19.8 | 1.29 | -11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 278 | 12.0 | 1.77 | -18% |
| Public order | 244 | 10.5 | 1.58 | -10% |
| Other theft | 186 | 8.0 | 1.25 | -9% |
| Vehicle crime | 168 | 7.2 | 1.47 | -38% |
| Shoplifting | 147 | 6.3 | 0.76 | -7% |
| Drugs | 114 | 4.9 | 1.50 | +9% |
| Burglary | 103 | 4.4 | 1.26 | -11% |
| Other crime | 47 | 2.0 | 0.96 | -32% |
| Bicycle theft | 42 | 1.8 | 2.20 | -16% |
| Robbery | 42 | 1.8 | 1.34 | +8% |
| Theft from the person | 20 | 0.9 | 0.51 | +11% |
| Possession of weapons | 19 | 0.8 | 0.84 | -24% |
Violence and sexual offences in Abbey, Leicester
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Abbey, Leicester recorded 946 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (40.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 33.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Abbey, Leicester
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Abbey, Leicester recorded 459 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 16.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Abbey, Leicester
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Abbey, Leicester recorded 278 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Abbey, Leicester
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Abbey, Leicester recorded 244 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Abbey, Leicester
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Abbey, Leicester recorded 186 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Abbey, Leicester
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Abbey, Leicester recorded 168 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Abbey, Leicester
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Abbey, Leicester recorded 147 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Abbey, Leicester
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Abbey, Leicester recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Abbey, Leicester
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Abbey, Leicester recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Abbey, Leicester
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Abbey, Leicester recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Abbey, Leicester
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Abbey, Leicester recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Abbey, Leicester
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Abbey, Leicester recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Abbey, Leicester
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Abbey, Leicester recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Abbey, Leicester
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Abbey, Leicester recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Abbey, Leicester, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Abbey, Leicester.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Abbey, Leicester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont Leys | 2,811 | 126.1 | +4% |
| Belgrave | 1,517 | 75.3 | -38% |
| Fosse | 2,454 | 142.3 | +17% |
| Rushey Mead | 1,162 | 64.2 | -47% |
| Wycliffe | 1,113 | 68.6 | -43% |
| Western | 2,443 | 117.9 | -3% |
| North Evington | 1,437 | 59.5 | -51% |
| Westcotes | 2,423 | 135.5 | +12% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Abbey, Leicester over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Highcross Street | 108 |
| On or near Wheatland Road | 86 |
| On or near Junior Street | 84 |
| On or near Supermarket | 75 |
| On or near All Saints Road | 72 |
| On or near Friars Causeway | 72 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 72 |
| On or near Ruding Street | 71 |
| On or near North Bridge Place | 64 |
| On or near Burgess Street | 60 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Abbey, Leicester over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,006 | 35.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 670 | 23.8% |
| Not recorded | 459 | 16.3% |
| Under investigation | 274 | 9.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 116 | 4.1% |
| Local resolution | 90 | 3.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 60 | 2.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 56 | 2.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 23 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 22 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 17 | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 16 | 0.6% |
Abbey, Leicester has an estimated population of 23,195. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Abbey, Leicester sits in decile 2.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Abbey, Leicester |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 67.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 44.2% |
| Social rented homes | 28.9% |
| Private rented homes | 26.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 35.1% |
Is Abbey, Leicester a safe place to live?
Abbey, Leicester recorded 121.4 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Abbey, Leicester?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 946 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (459).
Is crime in Abbey, Leicester going up or down?
Recorded crime in Abbey, Leicester was down 12% on the year before: 2,815 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 3,207 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Abbey, Leicester?
Abbey, Leicester is policed by Leicestershire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Abbey, Leicester. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.