Crime in Birstall West: statistics, rates and trends
363 crimes were recorded in Birstall West in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 16% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Birstall West at a glance
- Crime trends in Birstall West
- Types of crime in Birstall West
- Birstall West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Birstall West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Birstall West
- Population and deprivation in Birstall West
- Questions about crime in Birstall West
- About this data
363 crimes were recorded in Birstall West in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 16% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 121 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Birstall West has the 3,230th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Birstall West | Charnwood | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 363 | 15,116 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 45.5 | 80.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -16% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,986 | 188,385 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Birstall West was highest in the year to July 2018 (445 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (293). Over the whole period it fell 18%, 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 | 363 | 45.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 432 | 54.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 362 | 45.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 423 | 53.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 293 | 36.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 319 | 39.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 387 | 48.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 365 | 45.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 445 | 55.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 35 |
| June 2026 | 22 |
| May 2026 | 37 |
| April 2026 | 22 |
| March 2026 | 27 |
| February 2026 | 22 |
| January 2026 | 27 |
| December 2025 | 37 |
| November 2025 | 32 |
| October 2025 | 39 |
| September 2025 | 31 |
| August 2025 | 32 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Birstall West 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. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+26%). The largest falls were in burglary (-63%) and vehicle crime (-49%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 121 | 15.2 | 0.44 | -17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 58 | 7.3 | 0.47 | -12% |
| Vehicle crime | 36 | 4.5 | 0.92 | -49% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 | 4.3 | 0.63 | +26% |
| Other theft | 31 | 3.9 | 0.61 | +63% |
| Public order | 30 | 3.8 | 0.57 | -3% |
| Drugs | 14 | 1.8 | 0.54 | +40% |
| Burglary | 11 | 1.4 | 0.39 | -63% |
| Other crime | 11 | 1.4 | 0.65 | +10% |
| Shoplifting | 10 | 1.3 | 0.15 | -33% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.5 | 0.37 | +300% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.39 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Birstall West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Birstall West recorded 121 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 33.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Birstall West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Birstall West recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 16.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Birstall West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Birstall West recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 49% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Birstall West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Birstall West recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Birstall West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Birstall West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 63% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Birstall West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Birstall West recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Birstall West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Birstall West recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Birstall West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Birstall West recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 63% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Birstall West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Birstall West recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Birstall West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Birstall West recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Birstall West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Birstall West recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Birstall West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Birstall West recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Birstall West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Birstall West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Birstall West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall East & Wanlip | 435 | 63.7 | +40% |
| Thurmaston | 848 | 84.5 | +86% |
| Rothley Brook | 388 | 46.5 | +2% |
| Syston | 709 | 60.4 | +33% |
| Anstey | 494 | 63.0 | +39% |
| Mountsorrel | 416 | 58.2 | +28% |
| South Charnwood | 218 | 64.2 | +41% |
| Sileby & Seagrave | 654 | 72.1 | +59% |
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 Birstall West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Field Leys Way | 55 |
| On or near Parking Area | 25 |
| On or near Birstall Meadow Road | 24 |
| On or near Meer End | 14 |
| On or near Further/Higher Educational Building | 12 |
| On or near Nine Leys Square | 12 |
| On or near Nine Riggs Square | 12 |
| On or near Bunting Close | 10 |
| On or near Loughborough Road | 10 |
| On or near Greengate Lane | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Birstall West 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 | 126 | 34.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 98 | 27.0% |
| Not recorded | 58 | 16.0% |
| Under investigation | 29 | 8.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 14 | 3.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 2.8% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 2.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 6 | 1.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% |
Birstall West has an estimated population of 7,986. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Birstall West sits in decile 8.7, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Birstall West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.2% |
| Social rented homes | 4.8% |
| Private rented homes | 13.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.7 |
Is Birstall West a safe place to live?
Birstall West recorded 45.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Birstall West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 121 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (58).
Is crime in Birstall West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Birstall West was down 16% on the year before: 363 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 432 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Birstall West?
Birstall West 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 Birstall West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.