Coalville Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Coalville’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 11.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 48.8% increase over the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s persistent challenge in managing crime relative to the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34% of all incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (12.4%) and anti-social behaviour (10.8%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the start of the academic year—likely contributes to the rise in certain crime categories, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime. However, anti-social behaviour in Coalville was 3% below the UK average, a deviation that may reflect local community efforts or the area’s unique social dynamics. While the overall rate remains elevated, the breakdown of crime types reveals a combination of local factors and national trends. For instance, the high incidence of violence and sexual offences could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and the concentration of younger populations during the back-to-school period. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average suggests that targeted interventions or community engagement programs may be having a measurable impact. These patterns highlight the need for tailored strategies that address the specific drivers of crime in Coalville while leveraging the area’s strengths in maintaining certain safety benchmarks.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 155.6% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from nine to 23. This surge likely reflects the start of the academic year and the heightened foot traffic in retail areas. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 116.7%, jumping from six to 13 cases, possibly linked to increased parking congestion and the movement of student vehicles. Robbery also saw a 100% increase, with one incident reported—a stark contrast to the previous month’s zero. Anti-social behaviour in Coalville was 3% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be mitigating such incidents. The breakdown of crime types reveals a striking imbalance, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 34% of all reported crimes, a figure significantly higher than the UK average for this category.

Coalville's crime rate in September 2023 rose to 11.9 per 1,000 residents, a 13.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.5 per 1,000. This shift translates to approximately eight reported crimes per day across the built-up area, a figure that reflects both the local population density and the seasonal dynamics of the month. Over the course of September, one crime was reported for roughly every 84 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of crime in daily life. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the rate remains higher than the UK average, though the local context—such as the area's mix of residential and commercial zones—likely contributes to this disparity. The increase in property-related crimes, particularly shoplifting and vehicle crime, aligns with the return of students and the associated pressures on retail environments and parking areas during the back-to-school period.