North Warwickshire Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in North Warwickshire, 5.6 crimes were reported in December 2025, placing the area 20% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to a 1-in-178 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, reflecting a safer environment compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 19.4% and vehicle crime at 8.5%. These figures align with the seasonal context of December, which typically sees heightened activity in retail and nightlife sectors, though the area's lower violent crime rate compared to the UK average (2.2 per 1,000 vs. 2.6 per 1,000) suggests effective community measures or demographic factors may be at play. The prominence of anti-social behaviour, however, highlights persistent local challenges in managing public conduct during the holiday season. With 12 crimes reported daily on average, residents face a relatively low but consistent risk profile, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or social gatherings. The overall crime rate's decline from 6.1 per 1,000 in November underscores a broader trend of stability, though seasonal factors like extended evenings and holiday-related disturbances may influence future patterns.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with 'other crime' surging by 240% (from 5 to 17 incidents) and theft from the person doubling to 1 incident, while burglary fell by 52% (from 25 to 12). These changes reflect a combination of seasonal dynamics and targeted policing efforts. The area's violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) remains 14% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be linked to North Warwickshire's suburban character and lower population density compared to major urban centres. Conversely, anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) both exceeded UK averages, with the former 18% higher and the latter 35% higher. This divergence could indicate challenges in managing public spaces during the Christmas rush, though the sharp decline in vehicle crime (-34.7%) suggests improved measures in securing parked vehicles. Residents may find the 35% above UK average for anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as it highlights the need for community engagement in areas with high transient populations or commercial activity.

North Warwickshire's December 2025 crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 represents a 7.7% decrease from November's 6.1 per 1,000, indicating a sustained downward trajectory. This decline, when contextualised with the area's population of 67,117, means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 178 residents—a figure significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 12 crimes per day, a rate that, while not negligible, remains among the lowest in England and Wales. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-178) provides a tangible benchmark for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering a crime is relatively low compared to both national standards and the area's own historical trends. This comparative advantage is particularly evident in violent crime, where the rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 14% below the UK average, though the area faces challenges in anti-social behaviour (18% above UK average) that may require targeted interventions. The 31-day period also saw 377 total crimes, a figure that, when scaled to the local population, reinforces the notion that North Warwickshire's crime profile is characterised by low severity and manageable incidence rates, even during peak seasonal periods.