Kenilworth Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kenilworth’s crime profile in August 2024 reveals a distinct balance between property and violent crimes, with the overall rate (2.8 per 1,000 residents) being 65.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast to national trends suggests a unique combination of factors shaping the area’s safety, potentially influenced by its status as a built-up area within Warwick, where community dynamics and local infrastructure may play a role. Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents, 31.2% of total crimes) remain the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (11 incidents, 18.0%) and other theft (11 incidents, 18.0%). The dominance of violent crime, despite the overall low rate, may reflect local challenges such as the impact of seasonal tourism or the presence of specific community groups. However, the significant gap between Kenilworth and the UK average in categories like violence (67% below) and anti-social behaviour (65% below) indicates a broader pattern of lower criminal activity, due to effective local policing or socio-economic conditions. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—introduces potential variables, such as increased tourist activity or the temporary absence of residents during school holidays, which could influence crime patterns. While direct links, the low burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3 per 1,000) may be consistent with the area’s built-up nature, where homes are less likely to be unoccupied during peak holiday periods. This interplay of factors, from seasonal rhythms to local infrastructure, contributes to the area’s distinct crime mix, which remains a key focus for understanding its safety profile.

August 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with other theft increasing by 175% (from 4 to 11 incidents) and robbery doubling (from 0 to 1). This sharp rise in other theft, despite the overall crime rate remaining below the UK average, suggests potential unmet needs or vulnerabilities in the community that may warrant closer attention. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 88.9% (from 9 to 1), possibly linked to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during August holidays or increased security measures. Vehicle crime rose by 25%, a modest increase that could reflect heightened activity in car-related crimes during the summer months. Violent crimes remained 67% below the UK average (0.9 per 1,000), indicating a persistent gap between Kenilworth and national trends. This contrast underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly in violent crime, which may be influenced by local characteristics such as a strong sense of community or effective policing strategies. The absence of reported robberies in July, followed by one incident in August, also highlights the sporadic nature of certain crimes in the area.

Kenilworth’s crime rate in August 2024 (2.8 per 1,000 residents) marked a 32.9% decline from July’s 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained trend of reduced incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 363 residents, a figure that contextualises the low level of criminal activity relative to the population. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported, a figure that aligns with the area’s historical pattern of minimal incidents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, with Kenilworth’s overall crime rate being 65.9% below the national figure. The reduction from July suggests potential factors such as increased community engagement during summer months or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. The daily crime count, while modest, remains a tangible metric for residents, illustrating that the area’s safety is maintained through consistent low-level reporting. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces that the likelihood of encountering crime is exceptionally low compared to both national averages and previous months.