Bedworth Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bedworth’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 8.3 per 1,000 residents, exactly matching the UK average. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 8 crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarming, underscores the need for continued vigilance. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (35.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and shoplifting (10.0%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within a larger urban conurbation, where social interactions in public spaces and commercial areas may contribute to higher rates of violent and anti-social incidents. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, with schools out and tourism in full swing—likely amplified certain trends. For example, the prominence of violence and sexual offences may be linked to increased social activity in evenings and public venues, while shoplifting spikes could reflect higher foot traffic in retail areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour’s lower-than-UK-average rate (23% below) may indicate effective local policing or community engagement in managing disturbances. The data also highlights an unusual concentration of vehicle crime (7.1%) and burglary (6.3%), both of which are 25% and 52% above the UK average respectively. This could be attributed to the area’s infrastructure, such as commuter parking zones or residential layouts that may leave vehicles or properties more vulnerable during the summer months. The overall rate, while matching the national average, suggests that Bedworth’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the built environment, factors that may require targeted interventions to address specific vulnerabilities.

July saw a 71.4% increase in shoplifting, rising from 14 to 24 incidents, a spike that may partly explain the area’s elevated rate for this category compared to the UK average. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, increasing by 70% to 17 incidents, a shift that could reflect increased summer activity in car parks or unsecured vehicles. Conversely, bicycle theft and theft from the person both fell by 50%, linked to fewer cyclists on the roads during school holidays or reduced public transport usage. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, contributing 35.8% of all crimes, 8% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect local factors such as the area’s retail and leisure infrastructure, which could contribute to higher rates of such offences during peak summer periods.

Bedworth’s crime rate in July 2023 dropped 6.3% compared to June, falling from 8.8 to 8.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in summer months, when local authorities report reduced foot traffic in certain areas. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly 8 crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 121 residents, a monthly exposure rate that offers a tangible sense of the scale of incidents relative to the population. This rate is comparable to other areas of similar size and density, though the specific mix of crime types sets Bedworth apart. The population context—29,102 residents—means that the impact of individual crimes is spread across a relatively large community, which may moderate perceptions of safety compared to smaller, more densely populated areas.