Crime in Barwell: statistics, rates and trends
592 crimes were recorded in Barwell in the 12 months to July 2026, 64.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barwell at a glance
- Crime trends in Barwell
- Types of crime in Barwell
- Barwell compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Barwell
- Streets with the most crime in Barwell
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barwell
- Population and deprivation in Barwell
- Questions about crime in Barwell
- About this data
592 crimes were recorded in Barwell in the 12 months to July 2026, 64.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 287 reports (48% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Barwell has the 879th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barwell | Hinckley and Bosworth | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 592 | 7,748 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 64.5 | 66.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 9,184 | 116,682 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barwell was highest in the year to July 2022 (794 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (592). Over the whole period it fell 7%, 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 | 592 | 64.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 600 | 65.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 696 | 75.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 765 | 83.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 794 | 86.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 700 | 76.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 775 | 84.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 669 | 72.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 636 | 69.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 63 |
| June 2026 | 52 |
| May 2026 | 39 |
| April 2026 | 36 |
| March 2026 | 42 |
| February 2026 | 47 |
| January 2026 | 32 |
| December 2025 | 44 |
| November 2025 | 56 |
| October 2025 | 61 |
| September 2025 | 61 |
| August 2025 | 59 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barwell 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 (+59%) and other theft (+34%). The largest falls were in burglary (-37%) and public order (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 287 | 31.2 | 0.91 | -2% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 73 | 7.9 | 1.17 | +59% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 67 | 7.3 | 0.48 | -11% |
| Other theft | 43 | 4.7 | 0.73 | +34% |
| Public order | 42 | 4.6 | 0.69 | -18% |
| Vehicle crime | 26 | 2.8 | 0.57 | -7% |
| Burglary | 17 | 1.9 | 0.52 | -37% |
| Other crime | 13 | 1.4 | 0.67 | -24% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.2 | 0.37 | -27% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.7 | 0.67 | -14% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.40 | +200% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.3 | 0.19 | +200% |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.1 | 0.01 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Barwell
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barwell recorded 287 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 48.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barwell
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barwell recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 59% on the year before. It made up 12.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Barwell
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barwell recorded 67 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 11% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barwell
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barwell recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 34% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barwell
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barwell recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barwell
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barwell recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barwell
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barwell recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barwell
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barwell recorded 13 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 down 24% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barwell
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barwell recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barwell
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barwell recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barwell
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barwell recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Barwell
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Barwell recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barwell
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barwell recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Barwell, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barwell.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barwell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Shilton | 799 | 72.0 | +12% |
| Hinckley | 4,000 | 77.4 | +20% |
| Enderby and Narborough | 1,856 | 154.6 | +140% |
| Broughton Astley | 344 | 33.8 | -48% |
| Leicester Forest East and Kirby Muxloe | 702 | 54.9 | -15% |
| Nuneaton | 10,638 | 111.9 | +74% |
| Ratby | 298 | 58.9 | -9% |
| Bulkington | 431 | 67.6 | +5% |
1 areas within Barwell, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Barwell had the highest rate (64.5 per 1,000) and Barwell the lowest (64.5). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barwell | Neighbourhood | 9,184 | 592 | 64.5 |
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 Barwell over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Croft Close | 29 |
| On or near Newlands Road | 22 |
| On or near Old Cobblers Place | 21 |
| On or near The Close | 21 |
| On or near Parking Area | 20 |
| On or near Barwell Lane | 17 |
| On or near Hinckley Road | 15 |
| On or near Kirkby Road | 15 |
| On or near Co-Op Close | 13 |
| On or near Farm Road | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barwell 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 218 | 36.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 143 | 24.2% |
| Not recorded | 67 | 11.3% |
| Under investigation | 51 | 8.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 29 | 4.9% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 22 | 3.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 16 | 2.7% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 2.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 1.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 1.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.5% |
Barwell has an estimated population of 9,184. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barwell sits in decile 5.1, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barwell |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.6% |
| Social rented homes | 13.3% |
| Private rented homes | 16.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.1 |
Is Barwell a safe place to live?
Barwell recorded 64.5 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 Barwell?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 287 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (73).
Is crime in Barwell going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barwell was down 1% on the year before: 592 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 600 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barwell?
Barwell 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 Barwell. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.