Kenilworth Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Kenilworth's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 38.2% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This marked improvement aligns with seasonal patterns typical of a built-up area within Warwick, where post-holiday periods often see reduced retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.5% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.6%) and shoplifting (10.9%). The decline in shoplifting, which fell to 0.5 per 1,000 from higher levels in prior months, may partly reflect shorter daylight hours and reduced pedestrian traffic in commercial zones. Anti-social behaviour rates remained consistently below the UK average, a trend consistent with Kenilworth's relatively low population density and community-oriented infrastructure. The overall crime profile suggests a combination of local factors—such as the town's proximity to natural landscapes limiting urban sprawl—and broader seasonal influences, including the waning demand for retail services during January. While violent crime remains a significant concern, the sustained gap between Kenilworth's rates and the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies in managing high-risk areas.

January 2026 saw a 17.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 35 to 29 incidents. This decline, though modest, contrasts with the 100% increase in robbery cases, which rose from zero to four. The most striking shift was in drug-related crimes, which surged 200% from one to three incidents—a figure that, while small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the category's 64% deficit against the UK average. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime type at 18 incidents, continuing its 14% gap below the UK average. The rise in public order offences—from zero to four—suggests a possible link to colder weather conditions, which may have increased tensions in shared spaces like community centres. Shoplifting rates dropped to 0.5 per 1,000, the lowest recorded in the past year, a trend that may reflect reduced holiday shopping activity and stricter retail security measures. For residents, the 12.5% decrease in other theft cases (from eight to seven) offers a tangible indicator of improved personal safety in everyday situations.

Kenilworth's crime rate in January 2026 rose 17.9% compared to December's 3.5 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. Locally, this translates to roughly three crimes reported per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the town's daily rhythms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 241 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average for similar-sized built-up areas. The population-scaled perspective highlights Kenilworth's relative safety, particularly when compared to the national average of 6.8 per 1,000. This contrast is most evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, which are 48% below the UK average, and vehicle crime, which is 46% below. However, the 100% increase in robbery cases—though still numerically small—illustrates the sensitivity of local crime trends to even minor shifts. The daily crime count of three incidents provides a concrete benchmark for residents, offering a measurable way to assess personal risk in relation to the broader community.