Bedworth Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

October 2023 saw a 4% month-on-month decline in Bedworth's overall crime rate, falling from 9.5 to 9.1 per 1,000 residents. This remains 13.7% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, highlighting persistent challenges in maintaining safety compared to national benchmarks. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.5% of all crimes, with a rate of 3.3 per 1,000—22% above the UK average. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour followed closely, each contributing 11.7% of total crimes, with shoplifting at 1.1 per 1,000 (90% above UK average). These patterns align with Bedworth's character as a built-up area within a larger commuter belt, where retail hubs and mixed-use zones create environments conducive to property crimes. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, Halloween, and the clocks going back—likely contributed to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, as darker evenings extend the period of potential criminal activity. While violent crime rates remained elevated, the overall decline from September suggests possible seasonal moderation or temporary interventions. The contrast between Bedworth's figures and the UK average underscores the need for targeted strategies to address localised issues without overgeneralising national trends.

October 2023 marked a sharp 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a spike potentially linked to Halloween trick-or-treat activities and increased pedestrian traffic. Shoplifting also surged by 40.9%, with 31 incidents reported, a rate of 1.1 per 1,000 that is 90% above the UK average. This could reflect seasonal retail pressure as October approaches key shopping periods. Conversely, burglary rates dropped by 43.8% (from 16 to 9), a significant decrease that may indicate improved security measures or targeted policing in high-risk areas. The violent crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000—22% above the UK average—remains a concern, with 97 incidents reported, suggesting persistent challenges in managing conflicts within the area. Anti-social behaviour incidents (1.1 per 1,000) were 14% below the UK average, due to community engagement efforts or increased police visibility during October. These contrasting trends highlight the complexity of local crime dynamics, where some categories respond to seasonal factors while others reflect deeper systemic issues.

Bedworth's crime rate in October 2023 (9.1 per 1,000) represents a 4% decrease from September's 9.5 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend over the past month. However, this rate remains 13.7% above the UK average, a disparity that underscores the area's unique challenges compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, 9 crimes were reported each day in October, translating to roughly one crime for every 109 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is comparable to other built-up areas but highlights the need for continued vigilance. The population context reveals that with 29,102 residents, each individual faces a 0.091% chance of being a victim of crime in October, a figure that is slightly higher than the UK average. This statistical perspective helps residents contextualise their personal risk, though it does not account for localised factors such as community cohesion or specific neighbourhood characteristics. The previous month's rate, while marginally higher, suggests that the current decline may be part of a cyclical pattern influenced by seasonal transitions and local enforcement activities.