Bedworth Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 saw an unexpected surge in vehicle crime in Bedworth, a built-up area within Nuneaton and Bedworth, marking the most significant shift in the month's crime profile. The overall crime rate stood at 10.0 per 1,000 residents — 35.1% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This disparity highlights Bedworth's distinct challenges compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences (92 incidents) accounted for 31.5% of all crimes, a figure that is 24% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (80 incidents) dominated with 27.4% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK rate by 139%. These patterns may reflect the area's dense population and proximity to major transport links, which can exacerbate public order issues. The seasonal context of September — with schools reopening and evenings drawing in — likely contributed to increased tensions in public spaces. However, the 38.1% rise in shoplifting (29 incidents) is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential link to student populations returning to the area. This spike contrasts with the 80% drop in weapons possession cases, which fell from 5 to 1, though this remains 100% below the UK average. The mix of rising and falling crime types illustrates the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing strategies.

Vehicle crime in Bedworth jumped 71.4% in September, rising from 7 to 12 incidents. This sharp increase may reflect seasonal changes as more residents travel for work or education, creating new opportunities for theft. Conversely, burglary fell by 31.3% (from 16 to 11), possibly due to increased police patrols or community awareness initiatives. Anti-social behaviour remains 139% above the UK average, with 80 incidents reported — a figure that would be of particular concern to local residents. The rise in shoplifting (38.1% increase) could be linked to the start of the academic year, with students returning to the area. Possession of weapons dropped 80% from 5 to 1, though this remains 100% below the UK average, indicating a possible success in targeted policing efforts.

Bedworth's crime rate in September 2025 fell by 9.1% compared to August, dropping from 11.0 to 10.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns as shorter evenings and back-to-school routines may reduce opportunities for anti-social behaviour and public order offences. Locally, the average resident faced a reported crime every 100 days during the month, translating to roughly 10 crimes per day across the built-up area. This daily figure underscores the persistent presence of crime in a community of nearly 29,000 people. While the overall rate remains 35.1% above the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests a potential stabilisation in local crime trends. The population context highlights that even with a relatively high rate, the absolute number of crimes (292) is manageable within the area's infrastructure and policing resources.