Coalville Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Coalville's crime rate in March 2024 stood at 10.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.7% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This disparity underscores a pronounced divergence between the built-up area and national crime trends, with violent crime in particular presenting a stark contrast. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.4% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (61% above). Other theft and public order offences also exceeded national levels, with other theft at 1.2 per 1,000 (118% above UK average) and public order offences at 1.1 per 1,000 (104% above). These figures suggest a concentrated pattern of crime that may be influenced by the area's characteristics — a built-up region with a mix of urban and semi-rural features, where high streets and community spaces could contribute to the prevalence of certain offences. The seasonal context of March, with its transition to spring and longer evenings, may have amplified opportunities for public order and violent incidents. Shoplifting in Coalville was 2% below the UK average, indicating a relative resilience in retail crime prevention compared to national patterns. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown reveals a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, warranting further analysis of how environmental factors and community dynamics shape crime profiles in this part of North West Leicestershire.

March 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, theft from the person, and bicycle theft — each doubling from February's figures. Vehicle crime, in particular, surged by 100%, rising from seven to 14 incidents. This spike may align with the seasonal shift to spring, when increased traffic and longer evenings could create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 34.6%, from 26 to 17 incidents, reflecting reduced outdoor activity during March's variable weather. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 11.8%, though this category remains below the UK average by 40%. Violence and sexual offences in Coalville (4.3 per 1,000) are 61% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, highlighting a stark divergence in violent crime trends. Meanwhile, shoplifting in the area is 2% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of retail-related theft compared to national patterns.

Coalville's crime rate in March 2024 (10.6 per 1,000 residents) marks a 5.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.1 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, residents experienced an average of seven reported crimes over the 31 days of March — a figure that, while local to Coalville, underscores the frequency of incidents in the built-up area. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 94 residents over the course of the month. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk, though it does not account for variations in population density or geographic spread. The shift in crime patterns from February to March may reflect seasonal transitions, such as the lengthening evenings in spring, which could influence activity in public spaces and the likelihood of certain offences. However, the absence of a direct UK daily crime comparison means these figures must be interpreted within Coalville's specific context.