Kenilworth Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Kenilworth, 4 crimes were reported in March 2025, a rate that is 48.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of encountering one crime for every 249 residents over the course of the month, a figure that, while showing an upward trend from February, remains relatively low. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.1%) and shoplifting (13.5%). These patterns align with the area's character as a small built-up area within Warwick, where local amenities and community dynamics may influence crime types. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and shifting social patterns, may have contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, as outdoor activity and retail engagement increase. However, the persistent gap between Kenilworth's crime rate and the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives, though the 250% surge in criminal damage and arson suggests areas for further scrutiny. The balance between property crimes (42.7%) and violent crimes (33.7%) highlights a mixed profile, with property-related offences slightly outnumbering violent crimes. This distribution may reflect the town's mix of residential and commercial spaces, where retail areas could drive shoplifting, while community interactions may influence anti-social behaviour. The overall rate, though higher than February, remains well below national levels, indicating that Kenilworth's crime environment, while not immune to fluctuations, continues to be comparatively safe for its residents.

March 2025 saw an 112.5% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 8 to 17 incidents, marking a sharp upward trend. Concurrently, shoplifting doubled from 6 to 12 cases, a 100% increase that may reflect extended evening hours and increased foot traffic as spring approached. Criminal damage and arson surged by 250%, jumping from 2 to 7 incidents, a spike that could be linked to seasonal transitions and local events. Despite these increases, Kenilworth's violent crime rate remains 49% below the UK average, with 30 incidents of violence and sexual offences recorded. This contrast highlights a persistent gap between local and national trends, though the rise in property-related crimes suggests a need for targeted interventions. For residents, the 39% decrease in drug-related crimes from 3 to 2 cases offers a counterpoint, illustrating fluctuating patterns in specific categories.

Kenilworth's crime rate in March 2025 rose by 48.0% compared to February 2025, reflecting a shift from 2.7 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 48.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported in Kenilworth over the 31 days of March, equating to roughly one incident for every 249 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure contextualises risk as a manageable, infrequent occurrence for most residents. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even with the upward trend, Kenilworth's crime profile remains significantly lower than the UK average, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour still below national benchmarks by 49% and 36% respectively. These figures suggest that while local factors may have contributed to the rise, the overall environment remains comparatively safe.