Leicester

Is Leicester LE4 safe?

Covering wards: Abbey, Beaumont Leys, Belgrave, Birstall East & Wanlip, Birstall West, Fosse, Rushey Mead, Thorpe Astley & St Mary's, Thurmaston, Troon

Thinking about moving to Leicester LE4? Police recorded 284 crimes here in April 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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April 2026 — LE4 area

Official UK Police data

284 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 95
Anti-social behaviour 51
Criminal damage & arson 29
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 LE4 safe to live in?

Leicester LE4 recorded 284 crimes in April 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 95 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 LE4?

In April 2026, the top crime types in Leicester LE4 were: Violence & sexual offences (95), Anti-social behaviour (51), and Criminal damage & arson (29). These accounted for 62% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Leicester LE4 compare to the national average?

Leicester LE4 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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