Nuneaton and Bedworth Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked a nuanced picture of crime in Nuneaton and Bedworth, with an overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents—9% above the UK average. This figure, while higher than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors, including the area's status as a mid-sized urban centre with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.7% of all incidents, a rate 19% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime may be influenced by the area's proximity to major transport links and its role as a regional hub for services, which can attract a diverse population and associated social challenges. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 19.4% of reported crimes, with its rate 44% above the UK average. This pattern may be tied to the area's dense urban fabric and the presence of public spaces that can become focal points for disruptive activity. Shoplifting, at 9.1% of total crimes, was also 13% above the UK average, a trend consistent with the presence of retail centres and high streets that attract both local and transient populations. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributed to the lower levels of property crime compared to busier periods. However, the persistent above-average rates in violent and anti-social crimes suggest that these issues remain entrenched in the local environment, requiring targeted interventions that address both immediate safety concerns and underlying social determinants.

The most dramatic shift in February 2025 was the 100% increase in theft from the person, with reported incidents rising from 2 to 4. This jump, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential vulnerability in personal safety during colder months when outdoor lighting and visibility may be reduced. Concurrently, robbery increased by 71.4% (from 7 to 12), a rise that may reflect the interplay of seasonal factors and local demographics, such as the timing of school holidays or changes in retail activity. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 34.5% (from 87 to 57), a decline that could be attributed to reduced traffic volumes during winter or heightened awareness among drivers. Anti-social behaviour remained 44% above the UK average at 1.4 per 1,000, a persistent challenge that may be linked to the area's mix of urban and suburban environments, where transient populations and social dynamics can contribute to such incidents.

Nuneaton and Bedworth's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal lull observed in winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes and public spaces see reduced foot traffic. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 37 crimes per day in February, 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 136 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area slightly above the UK average for similar-sized districts. This statistic reflects the cumulative impact of local crime patterns rather than a daily frequency, offering a broader perspective on the area's safety profile. The population context further underscores that while the rate is higher than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable within the local community's scale.