Coleshill Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Coleshill during September 2024 reveals a balance between violent and property crimes that differs from broader UK trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 25% of reported crimes, a figure slightly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, yet vehicle crime dominated with 21.2% of incidents, far exceeding the UK rate by 256%. This divergence suggests local factors—such as the presence of major roads or commercial zones—may drive higher vehicle-related crime. Other theft and anti-social behaviour also featured prominently, with the former 89% above the UK average. These patterns are consistent with Coleshill’s built-up character, where proximity to transport routes and mixed-use areas likely contribute to specific crime types. Seasonal context further shapes this profile: as September marks the return to school and university terms, the area’s crime mix may reflect increased foot traffic and social activity. However, the drop in public order offences and burglary from the previous month indicates that some trends may be influenced by temporary factors, such as seasonal transitions or local policing efforts. The overall crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000, 3.9% below the UK average, underscores Coleshill’s relatively safer position compared to national benchmarks, though targeted categories like vehicle crime highlight areas for continued monitoring.

September 2024 saw a 10% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 10 to 11 incidents, a shift that stands out against the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This category was 256% above the UK rate, suggesting local factors such as traffic density or parking patterns may contribute to this trend. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50% from two to one incident, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, where Coleshill was 85% below. The most significant month-on-month change was the 100% increase in 'other crime,' which rose from zero to one incident—a rare but noteworthy development. Public order offences also dropped by two-thirds, from six to two, possibly reflecting seasonal changes as the area transitioned into the quieter autumn period. These shifts highlight the volatile nature of crime in smaller communities, where even minor fluctuations can have outsized impacts on local statistics.

Coleshill’s crime rate in September 2024 dropped by 22.4% from the previous month’s 9.5 per 1,000 to 7.4 per 1,000, marking a significant decline. This reduction is notable given the area’s usual seasonal patterns, such as the transition back to school and university term starts, which typically influence local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the built-up nature of Coleshill but remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 135 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a manageable level of risk for residents. This statistic is particularly useful for understanding the scale of crime in a local context, as it translates abstract rates into relatable terms for the community. The population of 7,024 further contextualises these figures, showing that the crime rate is spread across a relatively small and tightly knit area, which may influence both reporting patterns and community responses to crime.