Bulkington Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Bulkington — a built-up area within Nuneaton and Bedworth — recorded 30 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure represents a 23.4% reduction below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, placing the area in a relatively safer position compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (13 incidents, 43.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (6 incidents, 20.0%) and criminal damage and arson (5 incidents, 16.7%). These patterns align with the area's character as a small urban environment, where interpersonal disputes and property-related incidents may dominate. The seasonal context of February, a winter month with limited outdoor activity, may have contributed to the relative stability of crime rates, though the proportion of violent crimes suggests that indoor spaces — such as local pubs or community centres — could be focal points for such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average for most categories, was 10% above the national rate for this specific type, indicating a potential need for community engagement initiatives. The overall crime profile illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal factors, and policing efforts, with the area's smaller population size amplifying the impact of even minor fluctuations in crime rates.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in both other theft and robbery, with these categories rising from zero to one incident each. This spike contrasts with a 50% decrease in public order offences and vehicle crime, which fell from two to one incident each. The area's violent crime rate stood at 2.1 per 1,000 — 9% below the UK average — a figure that may reflect the area's built-up character and potential for community-based policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 10% above the UK average, suggesting a possible link to local social dynamics or seasonal factors. Criminal damage and arson also surged by 16.7% from January, though this remains below the 74% UK average for the category. These shifts highlight the need for targeted interventions in specific crime types, particularly given the stark contrast between rising and falling categories.

Bulkington's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 30.5% compared to January's 3.7 per 1,000, marking a notable upward shift. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime every 28 days, translating to a local context of 1 crime per day across its 6,150 residents. When scaled to the population, this means over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 205 residents — a figure that, while low, reflects the area's relatively small size. This monthly exposure rate is particularly significant for a built-up area within Nuneaton and Bedworth, where community density may amplify the visibility of individual incidents. The increase from the previous month aligns with seasonal patterns, as winter months often see shifts in crime dynamics, though the exact drivers remain speculative without further data. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the absolute number of crimes remains modest, the proportional change underscores the need for continued monitoring of local trends.