Wellesbourne Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Wellesbourne for April 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local dynamics. With a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents — 53.2% below the UK average of 7.7 — the area demonstrates a generally low level of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all crimes, making them the most common category, though this rate remains 54% below the UK average for the same category. Vehicle crime (13.3% share) and burglary (10.0% share) emerged as notable contributors to the monthly total, with both categories exceeding local norms by 32% and 48% respectively. The balance of crime types suggests a mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where vehicle-related incidents may be influenced by local traffic patterns or parking habits. Seasonal factors in April — including the Easter period and increased outdoor activity — may have contributed to the rise in criminal damage and arson, which surged by 200% compared to March. This category's sharp increase, coupled with the absence of similar spikes in other areas, points to situational factors such as seasonal events or temporary disruptions. Meanwhile, the significant drop in anti-social behaviour (66.7%) from the previous month may reflect the impact of Easter-related community activities or natural fluctuations in social interactions. The overall pattern of crime in Wellesbourne appears to be influenced by its position within Stratford-on-Avon, where low population density and a mix of residential and commercial spaces likely shape the types of incidents reported. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (70% below the UK average) and public order offences (63% below) further suggest a community with lower levels of transient populations or commercial activity compared to more urban areas. These findings underscore the importance of contextual factors in understanding local crime trends, rather than relying solely on aggregate figures.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in Wellesbourne's crime profile. Criminal damage and arson surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents — a stark increase that may partly explain the overall rate's upward trend. Vehicle crime and burglary both doubled from zero to four and three incidents respectively, suggesting a possible rise in property-related activity. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by two-thirds, from six to two incidents, a decline that could reflect local efforts or natural seasonal variations. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category at 33.3% of total crimes, but this rate was 54% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The sharp rise in vehicle crime — now at 0.5 per 1,000 — is 32% above the UK average, highlighting a local vulnerability not shared by the broader population. Residents may find the drop in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a reduction in disruptive incidents during the Easter period.

Wellesbourne's crime rate in April 2025 rose by 20.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.0 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though still significantly below the UK average, reflects shifts in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the month, a figure that may seem high in absolute terms but remains proportionally low given the population of 8,321. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 277 residents over the course of April — a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents assessing risk. The increase in crime rate contrasts with the previous month's figures, suggesting seasonal or situational factors may have influenced activity levels. The drop in anti-social behaviour by two-thirds may indicate effective local interventions or natural fluctuations in community dynamics.