Bedworth Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking development in Bedworth's September 2024 crime data is the unexpected 33.3% rise in drug-related crimes, which increased from 6 to 8 incidents. This surge, though numerically modest, contrasts with broader trends of decline in other categories, such as theft from the person, which dropped by 50%. The area's overall crime rate of 9.7 per 1,000 residents remains 26% above the UK average, a gap that reflects persistent challenges in addressing local crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.6% of all crimes, saw a rate of 3.3 per 1,000—26% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This may be partly explained by the area's seasonal context, as September marks the return of students and the start of the academic year, which could contribute to increased tensions or social interactions in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000, remains 71% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area's demographics and the concentration of younger populations. Shoplifting, while still elevated at 1.2 per 1,000 (76% above the UK average), saw a slight decline compared to previous months, due to enhanced retail security measures. The data also reveals a notable decrease in other crime, which fell by 50%, though this category is relatively minor in overall impact. These patterns suggest a combination of local factors—such as the presence of educational institutions—and broader national trends. The seasonal context of September, with its associated changes in community activity and youth presence, likely plays a role in shaping these outcomes, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct links.

September 2024 saw a notable 33.3% increase in drug-related crimes, with incidents rising from 6 to 8. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with declines in other categories such as theft from the person, which fell by 50% (from 2 to 1). The shift in crime mix also highlights a 26% gap between Bedworth's violent crime rate (3.3 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a disparity that has persisted despite the overall rate dropping from 11.0 to 9.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 20.5% of all crimes, remained 71% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the area's seasonal dynamics—such as the influx of students and the start of the academic year. For residents, the 50% drop in theft from the person offers a tangible indicator of potential improvements in local security measures or increased community vigilance.

Bedworth's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 9.7 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.0. This decline suggests a short-term shift in local crime dynamics, though the area remains 26% above the UK average. On a daily basis, approximately 9 crimes were reported each day in September, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 103 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is relatively low compared to some urban centres, the persistent gap between Bedworth and the UK average highlights ongoing challenges in crime prevention. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate has fallen, the absolute number of crimes—283—still reflects a community affected by certain crime types, such as violence and anti-social behaviour, which remain significantly above national benchmarks. This contrast underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where local patterns diverge from the broader UK context.