Whitnash Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, Whitnash, a built-up area within Warwick, recorded 21 crimes across a population of 7,411, translating to a crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 62.2% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s relatively low levels of criminal activity. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (28.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and criminal damage and arson (9.5%). These rates align with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period characterised by shorter daylight hours and reduced foot traffic in retail and leisure areas, which may limit opportunities for certain crimes. The lower-than-average rates for violent crime and anti-social behaviour could be attributed to the area’s compact, community-oriented layout, which may foster stronger social cohesion and quicker responses to incidents. However, the presence of criminal damage and arson at 0.3 per 1,000—47% below the UK average—suggests that while overall crime is low, targeted property damage remains a concern, linked to local factors such as vandalism in public spaces or unsecured premises. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000), both significantly below UK averages, further reinforces the idea that Whitnash’s smaller size and limited commercial activity reduce exposure to these specific crime types. These patterns illustrate a crime profile shaped by both geographical and demographic factors, with the area’s character as a semi-rural, low-density built-up zone likely influencing the types and frequency of reported offences.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons and 'other crime' both increasing by 100% compared to December. Conversely, burglary and public order offences fell sharply—by 66.7% and 50% respectively—suggesting a possible seasonal reduction in property-related and disruptive crimes. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences, at 0.8 per 1,000, are 69% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.7 per 1,000) is 29% below national levels. These figures indicate that Whitnash’s crime profile diverges from broader trends, with violent crime rates significantly lower than expected for an area of its size. The absence of shoplifting and vehicle crime in the top three categories, despite UK averages for these types being higher, may reflect the area’s smaller retail footprint and lower population density, which could limit opportunities for such offences.

Whitnash’s January 2024 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 19.4% decline from the previous month’s 3.5 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent trend of reduced criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. When scaled to the population of 7,411, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 353 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which sees approximately one crime for every 137 residents. The population-scaled perspective highlights Whitnash’s relative safety, though it also invites consideration of local factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, and seasonal influences. With January typically marked by shorter days and reduced retail activity, the lower crime rate may align with fewer opportunities for certain types of offences, particularly those linked to public spaces and commercial areas.