Leicestershire Police

Is Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield Safe?

Crime statistics for Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 1,454 crimes
11 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,454 Crimes (last 12 months)
37.2% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓13.4% 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 — 1,454 total crimes recorded in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield

Violent Crime
457 31.4%
Shoplifting
182 12.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
171 11.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
149 10.2%
Other Theft
113 7.8%
Vehicle Crime
112 7.7%
Public Order
105 7.2%
Burglary
81 5.6%
Other Crime
29 2%
Drugs
27 1.9%
Theft from Person
10 0.7%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.5%
Robbery
6 0.4%
Bicycle Theft
5 0.3%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield safe?

Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. 1,454 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield in the last 12 months?

1,454 crimes were recorded in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 13.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,678 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield?

The most common crime in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield is Violent Crime, with 457 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 31.4% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 13.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield?

Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield has a safety score of 11 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 Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield compare to the Leicestershire Police average?

Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield has a safety score of 11/100, while the Leicestershire Police force area average is 14/100. Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield 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 Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield?

37.2% of crimes in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield 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 Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield?

457 violent crimes were recorded in Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield in the last 12 months, representing 31.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 171 incidents.

When was the crime data for Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield last updated?

The crime data for Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield 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 Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield with other areas?

You can compare Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe and Glenfield 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.