Is De Montfort University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
De Montfort University: safety score 25/100 (grade D), ranked #96 of 127 in the UK — data through 2026-07.
25/100
Grade: D · #96 of 127 in the UK
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of De Montfort University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 830 | 697 | 920 | 2447 |
| 2025-10 | 903 | 702 | 1044 | 2649 |
| 2025-11 | 808 | 598 | 972 | 2378 |
| 2025-12 | 840 | 610 | 885 | 2335 |
| 2026-01 | 868 | 630 | 973 | 2471 |
| 2026-02 | 837 | 561 | 860 | 2258 |
| 2026-03 | 888 | 653 | 995 | 2536 |
| 2026-04 | 868 | 596 | 977 | 2441 |
| 2026-05 | 885 | 640 | 1017 | 2542 |
| 2026-06 | 1000 | 584 | 1014 | 2598 |
| 2026-07 | 972 | 634 | 1135 | 2741 |
Latest release: 2026-07 — 2741 records in total — violent 972, property 634, minor 1135 (+143 vs 2026-06).
Most common types: Violent crime (885) · Anti-social behaviour (359) · Public order offences (327) · Shoplifting (301) · Criminal damage & arson (205)
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FAQs about safety at De Montfort University
What is De Montfort University's safety score?
De Montfort University: 25/100 (grade D), #96 of 127 in the UK, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-07).
How many crimes are recorded near De Montfort University?
In the 12 months to 2026-07, 27396 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of De Montfort University; the latest release month (2026-07) alone had 2741 records (972 violent, 634 property, 1135 minor).
Is it safe to walk around De Montfort University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: data.police.uk (UK). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-07; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 999 (emergency) or 101 (non-emergency) in the UK.