Leicester

Is Leicester LE3 safe?

Covering wards: Fosse, Braunstone Ravenhurst, Beaumont Leys, Groby, Braunstone Millfield, Western, Westcotes, Kirby Muxloe, Glenfield Faire, Glenfield Ellis, Leicester Forest & Lubbesthorpe, Aylestone, Braunstone Park & Rowley Fields, Abbey, Enderby, Thorpe Astley & St Mary's

Thinking about moving to Leicester LE3? Police recorded 328 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — LE3 area

Official UK Police data

328 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 146
Criminal damage & arson 49
Anti-social behaviour 29
Above the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leicester LE3 safe to live in?

Leicester LE3 recorded 328 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 146 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 LE3?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Leicester LE3 were: Violence & sexual offences (146), Criminal damage & arson (49), and Anti-social behaviour (29). These accounted for 68% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Leicester LE3 compare to the national average?

Leicester LE3 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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