Leicestershire Police

Is Melton Rural South Safe?

Crime statistics for Melton Rural South. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 546 crimes
33 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

546 Crimes (last 12 months)
42.9% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑5.4% 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 — 546 total crimes recorded in Melton Rural South

Violent Crime
215 39.4%
Criminal Damage & Arson
61 11.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
56 10.3%
Other Theft
50 9.2%
Burglary
49 9%
Public Order
41 7.5%
Vehicle Crime
34 6.2%
Other Crime
17 3.1%
Shoplifting
8 1.5%
Drugs
8 1.5%
Possession of Weapons
5 0.9%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.4%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Melton Rural South — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melton Rural South safe?

Melton Rural South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 33/100, rated Below Average. 546 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Melton Rural South has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Melton Rural South in the last 12 months?

546 crimes were recorded in Melton Rural South in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 5.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (518 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Melton Rural South?

The most common crime in Melton Rural South is Violent Crime, with 215 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 39.4% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Melton Rural South increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Melton Rural South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 5.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Melton Rural South?

Melton Rural South has a safety score of 33 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Melton Rural South compare to the Leicestershire Police average?

Melton Rural South has a safety score of 33/100, while the Leicestershire Police force area average is 14/100. Melton Rural South is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Melton Rural South?

42.9% of crimes in Melton Rural South 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 Melton Rural South?

215 violent crimes were recorded in Melton Rural South in the last 12 months, representing 39.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 56 incidents.

When was the crime data for Melton Rural South last updated?

The crime data for Melton Rural South 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 Melton Rural South with other areas?

You can compare Melton Rural South 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.