Monthly Crime Statistics

Cawston (Rugby) Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cawston (Rugby) crime rate in September 2023 was 2.7 per 1,000 residents, 66.2% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.2% of reported crimes.

17
Total Crimes
2.7
Per 1,000 People
8
UK Average
-31.9%
vs Previous Month

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In September 2023, Cawston (Rugby) maintained a crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 66.2% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure translates to one reported crime for every 369 residents over the course of the month, a daily risk that appears minimal to most locals. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.2% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (17.7%) and vehicle crime (11.8%). These rates contrast sharply with national averages, particularly in violent crime, which was 60% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the start of the academic year—may have influenced patterns. For instance, the high proportion of violent crimes could be consistent with the area’s character as a built-up zone within a larger town, where interactions in public spaces might contribute to such incidents. Meanwhile, the low rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) may reflect effective local enforcement or the limited presence of high-traffic areas. Anti-social behaviour, though rising by 100% from August, remained 78% below the UK average, suggesting that community-level interventions may be mitigating broader trends. The overall crime picture illustrates a balance between local-specific factors and the broader UK context, with residents experiencing a significantly lower risk of crime compared to the national average.

September 2023 saw a notable shift in crime patterns within Cawston (Rugby), with burglary and anti-social behaviour both increasing by 100% compared to August. This spike in burglary, from zero to one incident, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the return of students or changes in local routines. Conversely, other theft decreased by 80% (from 5 to 1), and other crime dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category (41.2% of total), remained 60% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. Public order offences also fell 25% (from 4 to 3), though they still lingered 19% below the UK average. These fluctuations underscore the area’s unique dynamics, where localised factors appear to moderate national crime trends despite the seasonal influx associated with back-to-school periods.

Cawston (Rugby) recorded a crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents in September 2023, a 31.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.0. This decline positions the area as significantly safer compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, with residents facing a monthly risk of one reported crime for every 369 people. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that translates to a low-frequency exposure for local residents. When considering population size, the 6,276 residents of Cawston (Rugby) experienced a crime rate that is 66.2% below the national average, highlighting a stark contrast to broader UK trends. This lower rate may reflect the area’s smaller scale and potentially stronger community policing efforts. The monthly exposure metric—1 crime per 369 residents—provides a concrete measure of risk that residents can contextualise within their daily lives, offering reassurance against the backdrop of national crime statistics.

Crime Breakdown - September 2023

Crime TypeCountPer 1,000% of Total
Violence and sexual offences71.141.2%
Public order30.517.7%
Vehicle crime20.311.8%
Anti-social behaviour20.311.8%
Other theft10.25.9%
Other crime10.25.9%
Burglary10.25.9%

Understanding Our Data

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Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Cawston (Rugby). This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

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Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.ukCrime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National StatisticsPopulation statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home OfficeNationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI RequestsAdditional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
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