Polesworth and Dordon Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Polesworth and Dordon, a built-up area within North Warwickshire, recorded 42 crimes across a population of 8,599, translating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 35.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, placing the area firmly in the lower quartile of national crime statistics. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.9% of all incidents (18 cases), followed closely by criminal damage and arson (11.9%, 5 cases) and anti-social behaviour (11.9%, 5 cases). This distribution reflects a pattern seen in smaller, semi-rural communities where interpersonal disputes and property-related crimes often dominate over more complex urban crime types. Seasonal factors may have played a role in shaping these figures: the dark evenings of November could have contributed to an increase in violence and sexual offences, while the timing of Bonfire Night may have influenced reports of criminal damage. Conversely, the sharp drop in vehicle crime (from 24 cases in October to 4 in November) may be linked to reduced commuter traffic during the month, a common trend in areas with limited industrial or commercial activity. The area’s performance on drugs offences (1 case, 62% below the UK average) and shoplifting (1 case, 86% below the UK average) further illustrates its distinct profile, where community-focused policing and limited nightlife infrastructure likely contribute to sustained low levels of certain crime categories. These findings underscore the importance of contextual factors in shaping local crime trends, even as broader national patterns continue to evolve.

November 2024 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences surging by 157.1% to 18 incidents—a rate of 2.1 per 1,000, 19% below the UK average for this category. This increase, coupled with a 200% rise in other theft (from 1 to 3 cases), suggests potential seasonal influences such as Black Friday shopping activity or heightened tensions during the dark evenings of late autumn. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 83.3% (24 to 4 cases), possibly due to reduced commuter traffic or increased vehicle security measures. Anti-social behaviour remained at 5 cases, 46% below the UK average, while shoplifting fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), aligning with typical November trends where retail-focused crimes may be tempered by seasonal closures. The area’s performance on drugs offences (1 case, 62% below the UK average) and burglary (2 cases, 35% below the UK average) reinforces its position as a relatively low-crime built-up area within North Warwickshire.

Polesworth and Dordon recorded a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, a 23.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with broader patterns observed in similar rural and semi-rural areas during late autumn, where seasonal factors like reduced outdoor activity and shorter evenings may contribute to lower crime visibility. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in November—a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of consistent policing in maintaining this trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 205 residents, reflecting a relatively low monthly exposure compared to national averages. When scaled to the population of 8,599, this suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime in any given month, though localized spikes in specific categories remain a focus for local authorities. The contrast between this area’s crime profile and the UK average highlights the unique characteristics of Polesworth and Dordon, where community cohesion and limited urban density may play a role in sustaining lower crime levels.