Rugby Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 122,378, Rugby's 861 crimes in June 2025 equate to 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents — 13.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This rate, while lower than the national benchmark, reveals a complex mix of crime types that reflect the area's characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 274 cases (31.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (220 cases, 25.6%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and public disorder, which may be influenced by the area's urban density and seasonal factors. June, as the start of summer, often sees increased social activity, which could contribute to both higher violent crime and anti-social behaviour. However, the rate of violence in Rugby (2.2 per 1,000) was 23% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community strategies. The high proportion of anti-social behaviour cases, though, points to areas where community engagement or environmental design might need refinement. Shoplifting, at 48 cases, fell 22.6% from May, due to reduced retail footfall during school holidays or increased security measures. This contrast between violent and property crime trends illustrates how different factors — from economic activity to community dynamics — shape the local crime profile. The data also shows a 37% deficit in shoplifting compared to the UK average, which may reflect Rugby's specific retail landscape or consumer behaviour patterns.

June saw a sharp 300% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 3 to 12 incidents — a jump that may reflect seasonal changes or localized events. Theft from the person also doubled, with four reports compared to zero in May, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 22.6%, possibly linked to summer holidays reducing foot traffic in retail areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the largest category, contributing 31.8% of total crimes, though this rate was 23% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 27% above the national average, highlighting a need for targeted interventions in community spaces. These shifts illustrate how crime patterns can fluctuate even within a relatively stable overall rate.

Rugby's crime rate in June 2025 rose by 9.1% compared to May's 6.5 per 1,000, reaching 7.0 per 1,000 — still 13.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This translates to 29 crimes reported daily, a figure that, while lower than the national average, reflects local patterns. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 142 residents, a monthly exposure that contextualises the rate for households. The population of 122,378 means each resident faces a slightly lower risk than the UK average, though fluctuations in specific crime types suggest localized factors at play. For example, anti-social behaviour rates were 27% above the UK average, which may indicate community-specific tensions or pressures not fully captured by broader statistics.