Long Lawford Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between violent and property crime in Long Lawford during July 2025 reveals a shift in local crime patterns. With 12 violent crimes recorded compared to 7 property crimes, the area saw a marked increase in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 36.4% of all crimes reported. This contrasts with the typically higher property crime rates observed in similar built-up areas within Rugby. The overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents places Long Lawford 41.9% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, a figure that highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its proximity to a major urban centre. Seasonal factors likely played a role in this shift: July is a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events in the region, which may contribute to increased social interactions and associated risks. The dominance of violent crime over property crime could indicate changes in local demographics or activity patterns, such as increased foot traffic in public spaces during the summer months. While anti-social behaviour (21.2% of total crimes) and other crime (15.2%) remained significant contributors, both categories remained below UK averages. The absence of major spikes in burglary or vehicle crime—common in areas with high commuter traffic—suggests that Long Lawford’s crime profile is shaped more by its role as a residential and retail hub than by industrial or transport-related factors. This pattern may be consistent with the area’s character as a compact, well-serviced neighbourhood with limited commercial zones, where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are more likely to occur than large-scale theft.

July 2025 saw notable fluctuations in crime categories, with other crime reporting a 150% increase from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge, though still low in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity during summer festivals or increased reporting due to seasonal events. Burglary and vehicle crime both doubled from zero to one and zero to two incidents respectively, suggesting a potential shift in criminal focus or improved reporting mechanisms. Conversely, other theft decreased by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), and public order offences fell by 50% (from 4 to 2), possibly due to targeted policing efforts or reduced alcohol-related incidents during the month. The balance between violent and property crime was particularly striking: violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) accounted for 36.4% of all crimes, a significant departure from the usual dominance of property crime in similar areas. This category was also 41% below the UK average, indicating effective local measures in reducing severe violence despite the increase in reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, contributing 21.2% of total crimes, though still 29% below the UK average. The contrast between Long Lawford’s performance and the national picture underscores the importance of local context in shaping crime trends. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 6.5% increase in overall crime rate compared to June 2025, which may warrant closer attention to community safety initiatives in the coming months.

Long Lawford’s crime rate in July 2025 (5.0 per 1,000 residents) represents a 6.5% increase from June’s 4.7 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This slight upward trend, while statistically significant, is unlikely to signal a major shift in safety given the area’s historical context. On a daily basis, the 33 total crimes recorded over 31 days equate to approximately one crime per day—substantially lower than the UK’s average of roughly two crimes per day. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 202 residents in July, a figure that places Long Lawford among the safer built-up areas in the UK. This low rate is particularly notable when compared to the national average for violence and sexual offences, where Long Lawford’s rate (1.8 per 1,000) is 41% below the UK’s 3.0 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area’s relative safety: with 6,660 residents, the 33 crimes reported represent just 0.5% of the population, a figure that would be considered exceptional in most comparable urban centres. While the increase in violent crime compared to previous months may raise concerns, the overall context suggests that Long Lawford’s residents continue to benefit from a crime environment that is significantly safer than the national average. This contrast is likely attributable to the area’s compact size, limited commercial activity, and possibly more cohesive community structures compared to larger towns or cities.