Operated by: Leicestershire Police
http://www.leics.police.uk/local-policing/knightonKnighton ward comprises the area referred to as Knighton, South Knighton, West Knighton and an area traditionally referred to as Stoneygate. The Ward has approximately 7000 households and a population of over 17,000.
The population comprises 63% originating from the British Isles and the next group being mainly Hindu (12%). A good proportion of the housing is traditional, with above average housing prices.
There is a notable proportion of professional people and the general wealth in the ward is higher than many other city areas, much of the housing being owner occupied.
West Knighton is mainly semi-detached housing with a high proportion of Indian families living here.
Leicester City Council manage one block of flats on Knighton Road and two further blocks on Newmarket Street.
The Pendlebury Drive area in West Knighton comprises mainly of blocks of flats managed by Paragon Housing (PA Housing). The area is notably less wealthy than the rest of the ward.
Knighton Park has Green Flag status and covers 78 acres. It is extensively used. It has an outdoor gym, children’s play area, sports fields, a spinney and various events occur on the park, the main event is the “Knighton Park fun day” traditionally held on the 1st Sunday in September. Recorded crime on the park is low.
There is a large number of private Residential Care Homes, the largest is South Lodge and a number are owned by Prime Life Care whose head office is in Knighton.
Contact Details
Telephone: 101
Current Priorities
Issue
We want to work towards reducing the opportunities for dwelling burglaries across Knighton, by working with residents and partner agencies.
Action
This is an ongoing priority for the Knighton area and as such forms part of our daily business. We have worked on identifying which streets have been targeted the most in the past and increasing our presence in those specific areas. You might see us parked in the area during the hours of darkness. The officers may be catching up on some admin, but by doing that in key areas, we hope to deter further offending.
Issue
Anti-social behaviour and drug consumption in the area of Pendlebury Drive.
Action
We have increased our presence in the area and are engaging with the local community. We have also completed a patch walk with the social housing provider in order to tackle the issue together. PCSO Williams has spoken to some of the group being complained about and engaged with them about the impact of their behaviour. The number of calls reduced for a while, but have since increased again in a slightly different area and so we are going to continue our work on this priority for another three months.
Issue
The use of e-scooters and illegal e-bikes across the area.
Action
This is a new priority for April to June. Look out for an update later in the month.
Upcoming Events
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Steadman for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Stoneygate Baptist Church, London Road
When: 7 April 2025 at 10:00 - 7 April 2025 at 12:00
Door knocking
PCSO Rachael Thomas will be in the area and knocking on doors to deliver crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Carisbrooke Gardens
When: 11 April 2025 at 15:00 - 11 April 2025 at 16:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Thomas for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Co-Op, London Road
When: 17 April 2025 at 10:00 - 17 April 2025 at 12:00
Door knocking
PCSO Steadman will be in the area and knocking on doors to deliver crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Meadvale Road
When: 24 April 2025 at 11:00 - 24 April 2025 at 12:00
Door knocking
PCSO Steadman will be in the area and knocking on doors to deliver crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Dovedale Road
When: 27 April 2025 at 11:00 - 27 April 2025 at 12:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Steadman for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Knighton Parish Centre, Church Lane
When: 28 April 2025 at 14:00 - 28 April 2025 at 16:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Thomas for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Tesco, Aberdale Road
When: 29 April 2025 at 14:00 - 29 April 2025 at 15:30
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Steadman for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Guthlac's Church, Holbrook Road
When: 7 May 2025 at 13:30 - 7 May 2025 at 15:30
Beat Engagement
PCSO Thomas will be in the area. Come and see her for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Sensory Garden, Knighton Park
When: 13 May 2025 at 10:00 - 13 May 2025 at 11:30
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Steadman for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Knighton Parish Centre, Church Lane
When: 16 May 2025 at 14:00 - 16 May 2025 at 16:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Thomas for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Outer Space, Francis Street
When: 23 May 2025 at 10:00 - 23 May 2025 at 11:30
Beat Engagement
Come and meet your local PCSO for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Stoneygate Baptist Church, London Road
When: 2 June 2025 at 10:00 - 2 June 2025 at 12:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Steadman for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Stoneygate Baptist Church, London Road
When: 9 June 2025 at 10:00 - 9 June 2025 at 12:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Thomas for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Tesco, Aberdale Road
When: 12 June 2025 at 15:00 - 12 June 2025 at 16:30
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Thomas for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Outer Space, Francis Street
When: 19 June 2025 at 11:00 - 19 June 2025 at 12:30
Beat Engagement
PCSO Thomas will be in the area. Come and see her for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Sensory Garden, Knighton Park
When: 21 June 2025 at 15:00 - 21 June 2025 at 16:00
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Thomas for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Co-Op, London Road
When: 28 June 2025 at 10:30 - 28 June 2025 at 12:00
Beat Engagement
PCSO Steadman and PCSO Thomas will be at the school fete. Come and see them to have a look inside a police car and to discuss crime prevention and any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Overdale Junior School, Eastcote Road
When: 28 June 2025 at 12:00 - 28 June 2025 at 14:30
Beat Engagement
Come and meet PCSO Steadman for crime prevention advice and to discuss any local policing issues that you may have.
Where: Knighton Parish Centre, Church Lane
When: 30 June 2025 at 14:00 - 30 June 2025 at 16:00