Coalville Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Coalville's crime rate stood at 9.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8.1% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's position as a built-up region within North West Leicestershire, where crime patterns are influenced by both local dynamics and broader seasonal trends. The most prominent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.2% of all incidents (73 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.5%, 44 cases) and public order offences (9.7%, 19 cases). These figures highlight a stark contrast to the UK averages, where the corresponding categories averaged 3.0, 1.6, and 0.6 per 1,000, respectively. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes is particularly noteworthy, especially during a month typically associated with heightened community activity. This imbalance may be attributed to the convergence of factors such as increased social interaction, the presence of outdoor events, and the closure of schools, which can create environments conducive to conflict. While property crimes such as shoplifting (7.7% of total) and vehicle crime (4.1%) remained present, their lower proportions relative to violent crimes suggest a shift in criminal priorities. This pattern is consistent with the seasonal context of July, a peak month for tourism, festivals, and extended daylight hours, which can alter both the frequency and nature of criminal activity. The data also reveals that certain categories, like other theft and drug-related crimes, fell below UK averages, indicating areas where local conditions may be more protective against specific types of crime. However, the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences raise questions about the role of community policing and public space management in mitigating these issues. As the month progressed, the interplay between local demographics, economic conditions, and seasonal rhythms likely contributed to the observed crime profile, though further analysis would be required to establish definitive causal links.

July 2025 saw a marked shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes (73) outpacing property crimes (51) by a significant margin. This imbalance may reflect the influence of seasonal factors, such as increased social gatherings and festivals during peak summer. Among the most notable changes, robbery surged by 100% (from 0 to 1), a figure that, while small in absolute terms, signals a potential escalation in targeted crimes. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 100% (4 to 8), possibly linked to increased car usage during school holidays. Conversely, burglary plummeted by 71.4% (from 7 to 2), a drop consistent with the closure of businesses and reduced foot traffic in non-retail areas during summer. The violent crime category, though still high, fell by 18.9% compared to the previous month, a trend that may indicate the effectiveness of recent policing initiatives or the natural ebb of seasonal crime patterns.

Coalville's crime rate in July 2025 (9.3 per 1,000) fell by 3.9% compared to June's 9.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but notable downward trend. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months, where increased community activity and outdoor events may deter certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity despite the decline. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 107 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents within the local population. When contextualised against Coalville's population of 21,069, this monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a measurable, though not overwhelming, risk of becoming victims. The decrease in burglary (71.4%) and possession of weapons (66.7%) may indicate improved policing efforts or seasonal shifts in criminal behavior, though further data would be needed to confirm these hypotheses.