Coalville Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

A sharp increase in possession of weapons offences—jumping from one case in December 2023 to six in January 2024—stands out as the most unexpected development in Coalville's crime picture for the month. This 500% rise, while not uncommon in January due to post-holiday tensions, is notable given the area's generally stable security profile. The overall crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 residents places Coalville 21.6% above the UK average of 7.4, a disparity that may partly reflect the built-up nature of the area and its mix of residential and commercial spaces. Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half (49%) of all reported crimes, with 93 incidents recorded—69% above the UK average. This aligns with patterns observed in similar small urban centres where community tensions and limited policing resources can amplify such issues. The seasonal context of January, with shorter days and reduced retail footfall, may have contributed to lower rates of shoplifting (30% below UK average) and vehicle crime (40% below UK average), though these declines were offset by the surge in violent and drug-related incidents. The breakdown shows that while property crimes make up 33% of the total (63 cases), the violent crime share has grown significantly, suggesting a shift in the local crime profile that warrants closer monitoring.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was the 500% increase in possession of weapons offences, which rose from one incident in December to six in January. This spike, though small in absolute terms, could signal emerging trends in local criminal activity or may be linked to broader regional patterns. Concurrently, theft from the person and bicycle theft both doubled, with the latter moving from zero to one case—a rare occurrence in a built-up area typically associated with higher vehicle crime. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and other crime categories saw declines, with anti-social behaviour dropping by 50% and other crime falling by 60%. These decreases may reflect the seasonal slowdown in public gatherings during January, though the 69% above UK average for violent crimes indicates persistent challenges in managing such incidents. The property crime category, while lower than the UK average for shoplifting and vehicle crime, remains a concern given that criminal damage and arson (10% of total crimes) were 58% above the UK average. Residents may find the daily crime rate—approximately six incidents per day—useful for contextualising the pace of local policing and community engagement efforts.

Coalville's crime rate in January 2024 (9.0 per 1,000) was a 2.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.3, indicating a slight but measurable decline. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly six crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, reflects the density of the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 111 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average in some categories but lower in others. With a population of 21,069, the local context suggests that the rate is influenced by both the compact nature of the built-up area and the specific challenges of managing violent crime in a small urban environment. The 21.6% above UK average overall rate highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the 69% above UK average for violent crimes. While the decrease from December may indicate temporary improvements, the persistent elevation in violent and drug-related offences compared to national benchmarks suggests that systemic factors—such as limited resources for community support or policing—may be contributing to the disparity. This comparison underscores the importance of contextualising local data within both national trends and the unique characteristics of Coalville's built-up environment.