Coleshill Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Coleshill (North Warwickshire) recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in January 2024, placing it 23% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This overall rate masks a striking contrast in specific crime types, with vehicle crime emerging as a significant outlier. At 35% of all reported crimes—14 incidents in total—vehicle crime in Coleshill is 300% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to the area's built-up character and infrastructure, where parked vehicles in residential and commercial zones could contribute to opportunities for theft or vandalism. In contrast, violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.5% of all crimes (13 incidents), a rate of 1.9 per 1,000 that is 27% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This lower-than-expected rate for violent crime may reflect the area's relatively low population density and the influence of seasonal factors, such as reduced social interaction during January's shorter days. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000 (39% below the UK average), and public order offences (0.3 per 1,000, 38% below the UK average) further illustrate a pattern of lower violent and disorderly crime compared to national benchmarks. Seasonal context plays a role in these figures, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities, which may suppress certain types of crime. However, the sharp spike in vehicle crime highlights the need for targeted local measures, particularly in areas with high vehicle concentrations. This data underscores the importance of understanding both national trends and local peculiarities when assessing crime patterns in built-up areas like Coleshill.

January 2024 saw a 7.7% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 13 to 14 incidents, marking the most common category in the area. This rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents is 300% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, a stark outlier that may reflect local factors such as parking density or road infrastructure. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 20% (from 5 to 4), and violence and sexual offences decreased by 13.3% (from 15 to 13), both aligning with the seasonal slowdown in public activity typical of January. Other theft also increased by 50%, from 2 to 3 incidents, though this remains below the UK average for the category. These shifts underscore the area's unique crime profile, where vehicle-related incidents dominate despite overall rates being below the national average.

Coleshill's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 7.0% decrease from December's 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in built-up areas during January, when reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours contribute to lower outdoor crime activity. On a daily basis, Coleshill recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low overall crime rate compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population of 7,024 residents, this translates to one reported crime for every 176 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, illustrating that while crime is not absent, its frequency remains below the national benchmark. The local context—characterised by a mix of residential and commercial spaces—may contribute to this pattern, with fewer high-traffic areas compared to larger urban centres.