Nuneaton and Bedworth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Nuneaton and Bedworth during January 2025 reveals a pronounced emphasis on violent and anti-social offences, which together account for over 54% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents—9.9% above the UK average—the area's profile contrasts sharply with the national trend of declining violence. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, dominate at 37.3% of total crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average for this category by 16%. This dominance may reflect local factors such as the area's demographic composition, including a mix of urban and semi-rural environments where public spaces are heavily used. Anti-social behaviour, the second most frequent crime, is 43% above the UK average, potentially linked to community-specific pressures or the presence of high-traffic areas that foster disorder. Shoplifting, while a smaller portion of the overall mix at 9.3%, rose sharply by 33.8% compared to the previous month, influenced by post-holiday retail patterns. The seasonal context of January—marked by reduced daylight and post-Christmas footfall—may have contributed to these trends. Vehicle crime, at 7.9% of total crimes, also showed a modest increase, which could be tied to colder weather patterns affecting car usage or parking habits. These patterns collectively illustrate a crime profile shaped by both national trends and local characteristics, with violence and anti-social behaviour emerging as central concerns.

January 2025 saw a 33.8% increase in shoplifting, rising from 77 to 103 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 50.0% decrease in bicycle theft and theft from the person, which fell to 5 and 2 incidents respectively. The area's violent crime category—accounting for 37.3% of all crimes—remained 16% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in addressing violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, was 43% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local social dynamics or community engagement factors. Vehicle crime increased by 11.5%, possibly linked to seasonal changes in car usage or parking patterns. These shifts offer insight into how specific crime types respond to monthly rhythms, with shoplifting's spike tied to post-holiday retail activity.

Nuneaton and Bedworth's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable compared to December 2024, falling just 1.0% to 7.8 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in crime patterns during the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 36 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk levels. Over the course of January, one crime was reported for every 128 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a population of 141,565. While the overall rate is slightly above the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local challenges. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the rate being 9.9% higher than the national average, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable within the area's size. This balance between statistical comparison and local context helps frame the data for residents and policymakers alike.