Nuneaton and Bedworth Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 141,565, Nuneaton and Bedworth recorded 1,412 crimes in September 2025, equating to 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 35.1% higher than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence in local crime patterns. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.0% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.4%) and shoplifting (13.6%). These figures align with the seasonal context of September, a time when the area experiences the transition from summer to autumn, including the return to school and university term for many residents. The surge in violence and sexual offences may be linked to increased social activity during the early evening hours, while shoplifting spikes could reflect the impact of freshers' week and the start of the academic calendar on retail environments. Anti-social behaviour, though still high, saw a 13.4% decrease compared to August, due to the settling of new students and the reduction in transient populations. The local crime profile suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas and the implementation of community-focused initiatives to address the root causes of these trends.

September 2025 saw a 44.4% increase in shoplifting, with reported cases rising from 133 to 192. This jump is particularly notable given the timing, as it coincides with the start of the academic year and the influx of new students into the area. The rise in shoplifting could be attributed to the increased foot traffic around retail centres and the presence of temporary populations, such as university students, who may be less familiar with local security measures. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 13.4%, falling from 382 to 331 incidents. This reduction may be partly explained by the stabilisation of community dynamics as students settle into their routines and the local population adjusts to the new term. Other significant changes include a 36.8% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 19 to 26, which may indicate shifts in local illicit activity patterns during this period. Meanwhile, theft from the person fell sharply by 57.1%, dropping from seven to three incidents, a trend that could be linked to heightened awareness campaigns or the deployment of additional policing resources in high-risk areas. The crime mix also shows a marked imbalance compared to the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 2.6 per 1,000 (20% above the UK average) and anti-social behaviour at 1.2 per 1,000 (97% above). These discrepancies underscore the need for a nuanced approach to local crime prevention, addressing both the specific challenges of the area and the broader national context.

The crime rate in Nuneaton and Bedworth for September 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 0.3% increase from 9.9 to 10.0 per 1,000 residents. This minimal change suggests that the overall crime profile has not experienced a dramatic shift, though certain categories have shown notable fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 47 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local burden of crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a statistic that highlights the frequency of incidents within the community. When viewed through the lens of the local population of 141,565, the 10.0 per 1,000 rate translates to a significant number of individuals being affected by crime, even though the area's crime rate remains below the extreme levels seen in some other parts of the UK. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that while Nuneaton and Bedworth's crime rate is higher than the national average, the monthly exposure figure of 1-in-100 residents is a useful benchmark for residents to understand the scale of the issue in their immediate environment. This perspective is crucial for local authorities and community groups in assessing the effectiveness of current crime prevention strategies and identifying areas for improvement.