Coalville Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Coalville’s crime rate in March 2023 (10.7 per 1,000 residents) placed it 40.8% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a figure that reflects systemic disparities in local crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.6% of all crimes, with 85 incidents reported—4.0 per 1,000 residents, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This overrepresentation of violent crime suggests challenges in community safety, potentially linked to the area’s built-up nature and social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (27 incidents) also exceeded national rates by 35% and 117%, respectively, indicating a broader trend of disruptive and property-related offences. Public order offences (26 incidents) were 87% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the transition to spring, with longer evenings and changing social behaviours contributing to increased public disorder. The data also reveals a notable contrast in burglary rates, which were 9% below the UK average, suggesting that residential areas may be experiencing lower levels of targeted theft compared to the national picture. However, the surge in other theft (20 incidents) and the 100% increase in 'other crime' (6 incidents) compared to the UK average highlights vulnerabilities in personal and commercial security. Seasonal factors, such as the shift in daylight hours and the timing of clocks changing, may have played a role in shaping these patterns, though local socioeconomic factors—including population density and community infrastructure—likely contribute to the overall disparity with national crime trends.

March 2023 saw a marked overrepresentation of violent crime compared to the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 4.0 per 1,000 residents—46% above the national rate. Anti-social behaviour also stood out, at 1.4 per 1,000 (35% above UK average), while criminal damage and arson were 117% above the UK average. These figures suggest a shift in crime mix, with property crimes (77 total) representing only 34% of all incidents, compared to 38% for violent crimes. The 9% below UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000) contrasts sharply with the surge in public order offences, which were 87% above the national rate. For residents, the spike in criminal damage—27 incidents—raises concerns about community safety, particularly in areas prone to vandalism or arson. The 69% increase in other theft compared to the UK average further highlights vulnerabilities in personal property security.

Coalville's crime rate in March 2023 stood at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, significantly higher than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This places the area 40.8% above the national benchmark, a disparity that persists across multiple categories. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of seven crimes reported each day in March, highlighting the persistent presence of criminal activity in local communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 93 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population. While this rate is consistent with the area’s historical patterns, the scale of incidents compared to the UK average suggests a need for targeted interventions. The population context—21,069 residents—means that each resident faces a higher risk of encountering crime than the average UK citizen, though localised factors such as community dynamics and infrastructure likely contribute to this difference.