Royal Leamington Spa Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Royal Leamington Spa record a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This marks a continuation of the area’s trend of lower-than-average crime. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (34.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.7%) and shoplifting (9.3%). These figures align with the area’s characteristics as a historic market town with a mix of residential and retail zones. The rise in violent crime may partly reflect the impact of darker evenings and seasonal events like Bonfire Night, which can draw crowds to public spaces. Conversely, lower rates of property crime—such as burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000)—suggest effective local policing or community initiatives, though this remains speculative without explicit data. The contrast between violent crime and property crime highlights the need for targeted strategies, particularly in areas with high foot traffic during late autumn. Black Friday shopping may also have influenced shoplifting trends, though the rate remains below the UK average for this category.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was an 114.3% surge in burglary, rising from 7 to 15 incidents. This spike, though still below the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in residential areas. Meanwhile, bicycle theft increased by 33.3% (6 to 8), possibly linked to seasonal cycling patterns or reduced visibility during darker evenings. A 9.1% rise in drug-related crimes (11 to 12) may reflect shifts in local activity, though the category remains below the UK average. On the other hand, possession of weapons fell by 62.5% (8 to 3), suggesting possible enforcement actions or self-regulation. The sharp decline in criminal damage and arson (56.8%) and vehicle crime (56.7%) could be attributed to fewer outdoor events in November compared to summer months, or increased security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained the largest category (34.5%), 15% below the UK average, indicating a relatively safer environment for this type of crime. These shifts underscore the need for adaptive policing strategies that address both rising and falling trends without overreaching.

The November 2024 crime rate (6.3 per 1,000) represents a 25.7% decrease from October’s 8.5 per 1,000, a decline that may be tied to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during darker evenings. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 10 crimes per day in November, a figure that residents may find useful for contextualising local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 158 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains below the UK average. When compared to the population of 49,421, this suggests a relatively low likelihood of encountering crime for most residents. The reduction in vehicle crime (from 30 to 13 incidents) and criminal damage (37 to 16) highlights the impact of short-term seasonal trends, though these changes must be interpreted cautiously without longitudinal data. The contrast between the area’s performance in violent crime (15% below UK average) and property crime (some categories 40–50% below UK averages) illustrates a unique crime profile shaped by local geography and demographics. These figures provide a snapshot of a town where community-focused policing and seasonal awareness may contribute to sustained lower crime rates.