Atherstone Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Atherstone’s crime profile in July 2024 reveals a combination of seasonal dynamics and local characteristics. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents places it 9.5% below the UK average, a statistic that underscores its relatively low crime environment compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.8% of all reported incidents (33 cases), a figure that is 30% above the UK average for this category. This discrepancy may be explained by the built-up area’s higher population density and the associated social interactions typical of small urban centres. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, comprising 27.5% of all crimes (19 cases), with its rate 45% above the UK average. This could be linked to the area’s seasonal rhythms, as July—peak summer—brings increased foot traffic, festivals, and outdoor events that may amplify such incidents. Conversely, property crimes remained low, with only 10 cases reported, including a sharp decline in vehicle crime (down 80% from the previous month) and shoplifting incidents (71% below the UK average). These trends align with the area’s lower retail presence and reduced summer vehicle congestion. The seasonal context of July, marked by school holidays and tourism, likely influences crime patterns, with public order offences dropping 69.2% (from 13 to 4) reflecting heightened community vigilance during busy periods. While the overall rate remains stable, the volatility in specific categories—particularly the 100% surge in 'Other crime'—highlights the need for continued monitoring of emerging trends in this built-up area.

July 2024 saw a 100% increase in 'Other crime,' rising from 0 to 2 incidents, the most dramatic month-on-month shift recorded. This category, which includes unclassified or less frequent offences, likely reflects underreported or newly categorised incidents. Concurrently, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, dropping from 5 to 1, a decline consistent with reduced summer traffic congestion and fewer parked vehicles in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 11.8%, from 17 to 19, potentially linked to the area’s seasonal influx of visitors during festivals and events. Atherstone’s violent crime rate (3.7 per 1,000) is 30% above the UK average for this category, suggesting local factors—such as the built-up area’s density or community interactions—may contribute to this disparity. In contrast, shoplifting incidents fell 71% below the UK average, due to the area’s lower retail density compared to major urban centres.

Atherstone's crime rate in July 2024 (7.6 per 1,000 residents) represents a 10.4% decline from the previous month’s rate of 8.5 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. This reduction aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as summer months often see lower reported crime in areas with strong community engagement and limited public events. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 2 incidents per day over July, a figure that reflects the area’s generally low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 131 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for Atherstone’s population of 9,026. This monthly aggregate suggests that while crime remains a concern, its frequency is proportionally lower than in many UK areas, particularly when compared to regions with higher population densities or more concentrated urban centres. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Atherstone’s crime rate, though not negligible, is statistically distant from the UK average, reinforcing the area’s position as a relatively safe built-up region within North Warwickshire.