Atherstone Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw Atherstone's crime rate climb to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 13.7% above the UK average of 7.3. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.3% of all reported incidents—nearly double the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 12.0%, while criminal damage and arson made up 10.7% of the total. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as November coincided with dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and the start of Black Friday shopping. These events could have influenced patterns, with retail areas seeing increased foot traffic and associated risks. The rate of violent crime in Atherstone remains significantly higher than the UK average, though property crime rates are broadly in line with national trends. The local context—Atherstone's position as a built-up area within North Warwickshire—likely contributes to its crime profile, with a mix of residential and commercial spaces creating opportunities for certain types of offences. The data underscores a need for continued vigilance, particularly in addressing the high levels of violence compared to the rest of the country.

The month-on-month analysis revealed contrasting trends across crime categories. Vehicle crime saw a 200% increase, rising from one reported incident to three, likely linked to seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle movement during the festive shopping period. Burglary also surged by 200%, with three incidents reported in November compared to one in October, a shift that may reflect heightened home security concerns during the holiday season. Conversely, other theft decreased by 57.1%, from seven to three incidents, possibly due to reduced retail activity or improved local measures. Public order offences dropped by 40%, and anti-social behaviour fell by 18.2%, suggesting a potential reduction in incidents during the month. Atherstone's rate of violence and sexual offences—3.8 per 1,000—was 48% above the UK average, highlighting a critical area for intervention. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were both below the UK average, with anti-social behaviour 6% lower than the national rate. These variations illustrate the complexity of local crime dynamics, where some categories align with broader trends while others deviate significantly.

Compared to the previous month, Atherstone's crime rate rose by 12.0%, from 7.4 to 8.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in the local crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day in November, a figure that residents may find useful for contextualising the frequency of incidents in their community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 120 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a tangible measure of the impact of crime on the population. With a population of 9,026, this statistic underscores the relatively low absolute number of crimes—75 in total—though the rate remains elevated compared to the UK average. The comparison to the previous month highlights the fluctuation in crime trends, which may be influenced by factors such as seasonal transitions, local events, or changes in policing strategies. While the overall rate is higher than the national average, the breakdown of crime types shows both areas of concern and relative strength, such as the lower rates of public order and anti-social behaviour compared to the UK.