Atherstone Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Atherstone's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 21.1% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.6. This performance reflects a broader trend in the built-up area, where local factors may have contributed to sustained lower crime levels. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 31.5% of all reported crimes, though this category saw a notable decline of 45.2% month-on-month. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 20.4% of total crimes, while shoplifting accounted for 11.1%. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings—may have influenced patterns, particularly in retail areas. However, the area's relatively low crime rate compared to national averages suggests a combination of community resilience, effective local policing, and environmental factors such as lower population density and fewer high-traffic zones. Violent crime, while still a concern, has seen a marked reduction, with the rate of 1.9 per 1,000 falling 26% below the UK average for this category. This may partly explain the overall lower crime profile, though the exact reasons remain multifaceted and require further analysis.

November 2024 saw a 75% decrease in vehicle crime, dropping from 12 incidents in October to 3. This sharp decline may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity and fewer parked vehicles during colder evenings. Burglary also fell by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, a reduction that aligns with the area's generally lower property crime rates compared to national averages. Conversely, bicycle theft rose by 100%, with one incident reported in November after none in October. This increase could be attributed to the post-Black Friday shopping season, when demand for cycling as a transport alternative may have risen. Drug-related offences also surged by 100%, jumping from 0 to 3 cases, though this remains a small proportion of overall crime. Public order offences increased by 33.3%, from 3 to 4, reflecting the impact of Bonfire Night events. Violence and sexual offences, while still the largest category, saw a 45.2% drop, suggesting effective interventions or seasonal lulls in conflict. The area's anti-social behaviour rate of 1.2 per 1,000 was 8% above the UK average, highlighting a specific challenge that may require targeted community engagement strategies.

Atherstone's November 2024 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 35.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.2 per 1,000. This decline places the area significantly below national averages, with a monthly exposure of one crime for every 167 residents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the local context of a built-up area within North Warwickshire. When compared to the UK average, Atherstone's performance in several categories is striking: violence and sexual offences were 26% below the national rate, and public order offences were 22% below. However, anti-social behaviour in Atherstone was 8% above the UK average, indicating a specific challenge that may be influenced by local demographics or community dynamics. The area's population of 9,026 means that each resident faces a 0.6% chance of being involved in a crime over the course of the month, a probability well below the national average. This comparative advantage may be attributed to a combination of factors, including a lower density of commercial hubs, effective local policing, and the absence of large-scale nightlife venues that often correlate with higher rates of violence and public disorder. The contrast between Atherstone's performance and national averages underscores the importance of local context in shaping crime profiles.