Nuneaton and Bedworth Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Nuneaton and Bedworth, 9.9 crimes were reported in August 2025, placing the area 22.2% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This disparity, while significant, is not uniform across crime types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (27.2%) and shoplifting (9.5%). These figures align with the area’s character as a mid-sized urban district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month and increased tourism—likely contributes to patterns such as the 43% above UK average rate for shoplifting, as empty homes and retail spaces may attract opportunistic offenders. Anti-social behaviour, which rose sharply by 24.0% compared to July, may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces during extended summer weekends. Meanwhile, the 11% above UK average rate for burglary (0.3 per 1,000) could be linked to seasonal absences. The overall crime picture suggests a combination of local demographics and external factors, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour emerging as focal points for intervention. These trends, while troubling, are consistent with patterns observed in similar urban areas during high-traffic months.

August 2025 witnessed a 24.0% increase in anti-social behaviour, driven by heightened activity during the summer holiday period. This surge, from 308 to 382 incidents, may partly explain the area’s 85% above UK average rate for this category. Conversely, public order offences fell by 20.5%, likely reflecting reduced summer crowds in public spaces. Bicycle theft rose by 20.0%, a trend consistent with increased cycling during warmer months. The rate of drugs offences dropped by 13.6%, possibly linked to seasonal changes in illicit activity. Violent crime, though remaining the most common category (32.1% of total incidents), was 11% above the UK average, illustrating a persistent challenge. These shifts underscore how local patterns diverge from national norms, with anti-social behaviour and violence affecting the area.

August 2025 saw a marginal -0.5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 10.0 per 1,000, suggesting stability in overall crime trends. However, this masks shifts in specific categories. Daily crime figures reveal 45 incidents per day on average, a number that, while routine, underscores the persistent nature of local crime. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 101 residents, a monthly exposure that translates to a 1-in-101 chance for any given resident. This figure, though modest, highlights the continuous presence of crime in daily life. The population context is critical: with 141,565 residents, even small percentage changes reflect tangible impacts. For instance, the 85% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average means residents face a significantly higher risk in this category than the national average. These comparisons, while statistical, offer a lens into how local conditions diverge from broader trends.