Bodicote Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bodicote’s crime profile in December 2023, accounting for 35.3% of all reported incidents—62% below the UK average. This category, which includes assaults and sexual misconduct, remains the most frequently recorded crime type, though its 50% month-on-month decline from November’s 12 cases to 6 suggests a possible seasonal fluctuation. The area’s overall crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents places it well below the UK average of 7.2, a disparity that likely reflects Bodicote’s character as a smaller, built-up area with limited commercial or nightlife activity. The second most common crime, criminal damage and arson (29.4% of total incidents), saw a sharp 100% increase from 0 to 5 cases, potentially linked to holiday-related vandalism or the presence of empty homes during the Christmas period. Anti-social behaviour and other theft also remain below UK averages, reinforcing the area’s generally low crime environment. Seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and the Christmas shopping peak, may contribute to fluctuations in crime patterns, though the absence of major retail or entertainment hubs in Bodicote likely limits the scale of such impacts. The data suggests a community where crime is rare but not entirely absent, with local conditions and seasonal rhythms playing a role in shaping reported incidents.

December 2023 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson rising by 100% (from 0 to 5 incidents) and public order offences doubling to 1. This spike in property-related crimes may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the holiday period’s impact on home security or increased vandalism during festive decorations. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 50% compared to November, dropping from 12 to 6. This decline, though notable, contrasts with the UK average for this category, which remains 62% lower than the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and other theft also remained below UK averages, with anti-social behaviour at 0.3 per 1,000 (68% below the UK rate of 0.9). These figures illustrate a mixed picture, where certain categories align with broader national trends while others reflect local characteristics. For residents, the increase in criminal damage and arson underscores the importance of securing properties during the holiday season.

Bodicote's December 2023 crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 6.3% increase from the previous month’s 2.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. This rate translates to approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the area’s generally low crime profile. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate—1 crime per 372 residents—highlights the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. This context is particularly meaningful for residents, as it suggests that most households are unlikely to experience crime during any given month. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Bodicote’s crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, with its 2.7 per 1,000 rate being 62.5% lower than the national figure of 7.2. This contrast positions Bodicote as a safer environment compared to broader UK trends, though the slight month-on-month increase indicates the need for continued monitoring of local patterns.