Bedworth Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bedworth’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 9.4 per 1,000 residents, 16% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while elevated, reflects a complex mix of trends that highlight both areas of concern and progress. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.5% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000—6% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, surged to 2.3 per 1,000 (24.5% of total crimes), more than double the UK rate of 1.4 per 1,000. These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of May, when longer evenings and bank holidays can increase public drinking and socialising, potentially contributing to higher incidents of disorder. Shoplifting, at 0.9 per 1,000, rose sharply to 9.9% of total crimes, 34% above the UK average, suggesting possible pressures on local retailers during this period. The area’s crime profile is further shaped by its status as a built-up area within a larger urban district, where high foot traffic and commercial activity may drive certain types of offences. Despite these challenges, the overall crime rate in Bedworth remains within the broader context of national trends, with some categories—such as other theft—showing rates below the UK average. This nuanced picture underscores the need for targeted strategies to address rising concerns while building on areas of improvement.

May 2025 saw a stark increase in burglary, with reported incidents surging by 333.3% from three to 13. This spike, coupled with a 145.5% rise in shoplifting (from 11 to 27), highlights vulnerabilities in local retail and residential areas. Conversely, theft from the person dropped by two-thirds, from three to one, a reduction that may reflect heightened awareness or targeted policing efforts. Vehicle crime also decreased by 40%, falling from 30 to 18—a trend consistent with improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the month. Bedworth’s anti-social behaviour rate was 62% above the UK average, while other theft remained 6% below national levels. These shifts underscore the uneven nature of crime trends, with some categories showing marked improvement while others, like burglary, remain concerning. For residents, the drop in theft from the person offers a tangible example of how targeted interventions can yield results.

Bedworth's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.4. This shift brings the area's overall crime rate 16% above the UK average, a consistent trend that has persisted through recent months. On a daily basis, the local figure stands at approximately nine crimes per day—equivalent to one reported crime for every 107 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the population of 29,102, this translates to a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, suggests a need for continued vigilance. The rise in violent and anti-social behaviour offences, which now constitute nearly half of all reported crimes, contrasts with a decline in vehicle crime and theft from the person. These dynamics reflect the interplay between local factors, such as increased public activity during May’s longer evenings, and broader seasonal patterns that may influence crime distribution in built-up areas.