Nuneaton and Bedworth Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Nuneaton and Bedworth's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.7% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This places the area in a higher position relative to national trends, though the reasons for this divergence remain complex. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (36.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and shoplifting (8.3%). These figures align with the seasonal context of December, a month marked by extended evenings, holiday shopping activity, and the presence of empty homes during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences, in particular, were 17% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may partly reflect the area's demographic profile as a mixed urban-rural district with a significant population of working-age individuals. Anti-social behaviour, which was 72% above the UK average, could be linked to the heightened social activity associated with Christmas events and the challenges of managing public spaces during peak hours. The relatively high rate of shoplifting (23% above UK average) may also be explained by the influx of shoppers during the holiday season, combined with the area's retail presence. While these findings highlight areas of concern, they also provide a foundation for targeted interventions that address the specific dynamics of the local environment.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to November. Burglary increased by 25.5% (from 55 to 69 incidents), a rise that may be attributed to the seasonal trend of empty homes during the holiday period. Shoplifting also rose by 9.3% (from 86 to 94 incidents), likely driven by increased foot traffic in retail areas during the Christmas shopping rush. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped sharply by 61.5% (from 13 to 5 incidents), possibly due to reduced cycling activity in colder weather. Drug-related crimes fell by 37.0% (from 27 to 17 incidents), though this decrease must be viewed cautiously as it could reflect underreporting rather than a genuine decline. The crime mix also showed a pronounced shift towards violent crimes, which accounted for 36.7% of all incidents, compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This imbalance may be influenced by the area's social fabric, where community cohesion and access to support services could play a role in mitigating or exacerbating such trends. Criminal damage and arson were 4% below the UK average, a minor but consistent deviation that may relate to local enforcement efforts or environmental factors. These findings underscore the need for a nuanced understanding of how local conditions interact with broader national trends.

The crime rate in Nuneaton and Bedworth fell by 8.9% from November 2025's rate of 8.8 per 1,000 to 8.1 per 1,000 in December, a decline that may be attributed to the seasonal nature of certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 37 reported crimes per day in December, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents occur in local communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that offers insight into the frequency of crime relative to the population size. When considered alongside the local population of 141,565, this translates to a relatively high level of individual risk compared to the UK average. The comparison to the UK average crime rate also highlights the importance of local context: while the overall rate is elevated, specific categories like anti-social behaviour (72% above UK average) and burglary (79% above UK average) suggest that certain issues are affecting this area. These disparities may reflect local challenges such as the density of residential properties, the distribution of public spaces, or the effectiveness of community policing initiatives. Understanding these differences is critical for developing targeted strategies that address the unique needs of Nuneaton and Bedworth.