Leicester

Is Leicester LE1 safe?

Covering wards: Belgrave, Wycliffe, Castle, Abbey, Thorpe Astley & St Mary's

Thinking about moving to Leicester LE1? Police recorded 1,382 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — LE1 area

Official UK Police data

1,382 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 472
Anti-social behaviour 183
Public order 153
Above the national average

This is a snapshot. The full report includes 24 months of trend data, outcome analysis, year-over-year comparison, and in-depth safety insights.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leicester LE1 safe to live in?

Leicester LE1 recorded 1,382 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 472 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Leicester LE1?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Leicester LE1 were: Violence & sexual offences (472), Anti-social behaviour (183), and Public order (153). These accounted for 58% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Leicester LE1 compare to the national average?

Leicester LE1 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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