Long Lawford Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 marked a combination of trends in Long Lawford, with the overall crime rate standing at 4.1 per 1,000 residents—42.3% below the UK average of 7.1. This sustained gap from national figures underscores the area's relatively safe profile, though the month's data reveals nuanced shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37% of all crimes (10 cases), but saw a 23.1% decrease from January. This decline, while notable, was offset by a 350% spike in public order offences, which rose to 9 cases (33.3% of total crimes). The latter category's 186% above the UK average highlights a local challenge, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as colder weather driving indoor social interactions. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average by 52%, also doubled from January, suggesting a growing need for targeted policing in this area. Other theft, at 2 cases (7.4% of total), fell by 33.3%, consistent with winter months when retail activity may slow. The area's overall safety, however, remains evident: with only 27 crimes reported across 6,660 residents, Long Lawford's crime profile reflects a mix of effective community engagement and geographic characteristics that likely limit opportunities for more serious offences. As a built-up area within Rugby, its proximity to urban amenities and transport links may contribute to lower property crime rates, while its smaller population size could facilitate more responsive policing. The seasonal context of February—low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have further dampened opportunities for crimes like burglary or vehicle theft, which both remained below UK averages by 33% and 55% respectively. These patterns suggest a combination of structural factors and temporary seasonal influences shaping the area's crime profile.

February 2024 witnessed a dramatic 350% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 9 cases. This surge, which outpaced the UK average by 186%, contrasts sharply with a 23.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 13 to 10. The shift in crime mix highlights a notable move from violent incidents to disorder-related offences, a trend consistent with winter months when indoor gatherings and alcohol consumption may intensify. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, doubling from 1 to 3 cases—a 200% increase—though this remains 52% below the UK average. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 33.3%, suggesting a potential seasonal dip in retail-focused crimes. For residents, the 186% disparity in public order offences compared to the UK average underscores the need for targeted community interventions in this category.

Long Lawford's crime rate rose by 17.4% from 3.5 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents in February 2024, marking the first increase in the past six months. On a daily basis, the area recorded one reported crime for every 29 days, a figure that translates to a local monthly exposure of one crime for every 247 residents. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, which stood at 7.1 per 1,000. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 27 total crimes reported in February equate to a 0.4% probability of any given resident being involved in a crime during the month. The shift from the previous month highlights a potential seasonal fluctuation, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have altered local patterns of interaction and patrol visibility. However, the area's consistently lower crime rate compared to national averages suggests structural factors—such as community engagement or local policing strategies—may be contributing to this sustained gap.