Leicestershire Police

Is Harborough and the Bowdens Safe?

Crime statistics for Harborough and the Bowdens. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 1,582 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,582 Crimes (last 12 months)
38% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓2.4% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 1,582 total crimes recorded in Harborough and the Bowdens

Violent Crime
530 33.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
231 14.6%
Shoplifting
182 11.5%
Public Order
139 8.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
127 8%
Other Theft
109 6.9%
Vehicle Crime
82 5.2%
Burglary
76 4.8%
Drugs
31 2%
Other Crime
22 1.4%
Possession of Weapons
21 1.3%
Bicycle Theft
17 1.1%
Theft from Person
8 0.5%
Robbery
7 0.4%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Harborough and the Bowdens — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harborough and the Bowdens safe?

Harborough and the Bowdens has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 1,582 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Harborough and the Bowdens has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Harborough and the Bowdens in the last 12 months?

1,582 crimes were recorded in Harborough and the Bowdens in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 2.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,621 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Harborough and the Bowdens?

The most common crime in Harborough and the Bowdens is Violent Crime, with 530 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 33.5% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Harborough and the Bowdens increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Harborough and the Bowdens is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 2.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Harborough and the Bowdens?

Harborough and the Bowdens has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Harborough and the Bowdens compare to the Leicestershire Police average?

Harborough and the Bowdens has a safety score of 9/100, while the Leicestershire Police force area average is 14/100. Harborough and the Bowdens is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Harborough and the Bowdens?

38% of crimes in Harborough and the Bowdens resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Harborough and the Bowdens?

530 violent crimes were recorded in Harborough and the Bowdens in the last 12 months, representing 33.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 231 incidents.

When was the crime data for Harborough and the Bowdens last updated?

The crime data for Harborough and the Bowdens was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Harborough and the Bowdens with other areas?

You can compare Harborough and the Bowdens with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.