Polesworth and Dordon Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Polesworth and Dordon, October 2024 brought a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 people, placing the area 21% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective means that, on average, one resident in every 156 experienced a reported crime during the month—a figure that, while not alarming, underscores the importance of awareness in daily life. The most prevalent crime type was vehicle-related, with 24 incidents (43.6% of all crimes), a rate 496% above the UK average. This anomaly likely reflects the area’s built-up nature and reliance on transport networks, which may increase exposure to vehicle crime compared to more rural or less densely populated regions. Violence and sexual offences, at 7 incidents (12.7% of total), were 70% below the UK average, suggesting that the area’s community dynamics or policing strategies may contribute to lower rates of violent crime. Seasonal factors also played a role: as clocks went back and evenings grew darker, the timing aligns with increased reports of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, linked to Halloween events or the reduced visibility of outdoor spaces. While the overall crime rate remains relatively low, the disparity in specific categories—particularly vehicle crime—highlights the need for targeted measures to address vulnerabilities unique to this part of North Warwickshire.

October 2024 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and criminal damage and arson doubling (from 2 to 6). These increases, though not reflected in the overall crime rate, signal a shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as Halloween or darker evenings. Conversely, other theft fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), and other crime decreased by 60% (from 5 to 2), suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes. The area’s vehicle crime rate (2.8 per 1,000) stands out as 496% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 70% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to the national rate. For residents, this means that while violent crime is relatively low, vehicle-related incidents—such as car theft or vandalism—pose a significantly higher risk than in most parts of the UK. The data also reveals that shoplifting is 72% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s retail environment or community policing efforts.

In October 2024, Polesworth and Dordon recorded a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 14.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This upward shift, though modest, translates to a tangible local experience: over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 156 residents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects the community’s ongoing exposure to criminal activity. When placed in the context of the area’s population of 8,599, the 55 total crimes reported in October equate to a monthly exposure rate that is both measurable and relatable. While the overall rate remains 21% below the UK average, the month-on-month rise underscores the need for continued vigilance. The data also highlights a stark contrast in local crime patterns compared to the UK: vehicle crime, for instance, is 496% above the national average, suggesting a unique vulnerability tied to local infrastructure or traffic patterns. These figures, when contextualised, offer a clearer picture of how crime manifests in everyday life for residents.