Crime Rate in Binley and Willenhall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Binley and Willenhall

The total recorded crimes in Binley and Willenhall, Coventry, UK in July 2025 are around 186 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Binley and Willenhall crime rate of 4.06 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Binley and Willenhall, encompassing approximately 45,819 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (79) incidents (2.60% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (29) incidents (38.10% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (15) incidents (-11.76% decrease)
Binley and Willenhall Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Joe Obrien Close with total crimes: 12
  • Kingsmead Mews with total crimes: 12
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 10

How safe is Binley and Willenhall?

To understand the safety of Binley and Willenhall, we need to analyze Binley and Willenhall crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Coventry:

    • In 2024, Binley and Willenhall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Coventry average, with 2229 crimes compared to 2283.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Binley and Willenhall witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 17 other areas in the Coventry.

    • In 2023, Binley and Willenhall experienced a greater number of crimes than the Coventry average, with 2,405 crimes compared to 2,283. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Binley and Willenhall witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 17 other areas in the Coventry.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Coventry, Binley and Willenhall has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Binley and Willenhall Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Binley and Willenhall has recorded 186 crimes with crime rate of 4.06 ranking 5th out of 17 in the Coventry, UK

In 2024, the total Binley and Willenhall crimes were 2,229. The crime rate of Binley and Willenhall in 2024 was 48.65 (year) or 4.05 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Coventry.

In 2023, the total crimes in Binley and Willenhall were around 2,405 crimes with yearly crime rate of 52.49 (year) or 4.37 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Coventry.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Binley and Willenhall)CrimesRank (Binley and Willenhall)CrimesRank (Binley and Willenhall)
St Michael's678 18,833 17,102 1
Foleshill318 23,854 24,181 2
Henley261 33,131 33,400 3
Longford163 62,449 42,451 4
Lower Stoke220 42,355 51,889 8
Radford162 72,211 72,435 5
Upper Stoke142 82,052 82,140 7
Wyken103 131,639 101,883 9
Westwood102 151,938 91,595 12
Cheylesmore132 91,394 141,478 14
Sherbourne131 101,537 111,796 10
Holbrook125 111,483 121,786 11
Bablake108 121,397 131,518 13
Woodlands102 141,358 151,473 15
Whoberley93 171,116 171,260 16
Earlsdon97 161,237 161,171 17
Wainbody62 18874 181,136 18

Binley and Willenhall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 79 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (77 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (65 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (38 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (67 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (31 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (82 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 65 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (67 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 92 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (69 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (66 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 794 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 66.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 92 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202579
June 202577
May 202565
April 202567
March 202582
February 202565
January 202567
December 202492
November 202469
October 202461
September 202466
August 20244

A total of 25 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20257
March 20251
December 20244
November 20244
September 20244

A total of 226 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.55 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202521
May 202538
April 202531
March 202518
February 202527
January 202525
December 20246
November 20249
October 202414
September 20248

A total of 82 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 20257
April 20255
March 202511
February 20256
January 20253
December 20248
November 202411
October 20246
September 20249

A total of 178 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202516
May 202512
April 202521
March 202513
February 202513
January 202520
December 202411
November 202421
October 202430
September 202411

A total of 160 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.55 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202517
May 20257
April 202513
March 202510
February 202513
January 202515
December 202415
November 202420
October 202411
September 202424

A total of 49 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
April 20255
March 20257
February 20255
January 20254
December 20247
November 20243
October 20244
September 20247

A total of 139 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.64 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20252
May 202514
April 202517
March 202514
February 202512
January 202513
December 20246
November 202423
October 202413
September 202415

A total of 67 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.09 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20253
April 20253
March 20258
February 20259
January 202512
December 20242
November 202410
October 20244
September 20242

A total of 81 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 20256
April 20258
March 202512
February 20253
January 20253
December 20248
November 20245
October 20248
September 202412
August 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 102 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 202511
April 20255
March 202513
February 20255
January 202512
December 202414
November 202413
October 20247
September 202411

A total of 40 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20258
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20244

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
October 20242

High Crime Locations Binley and Willenhall in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Binley and Willenhall postcode area is presented below.

1. Joe Obrien Close (Map)
Total12
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
2. Kingsmead Mews (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting8
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Windridge Close (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Drugs1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
5. Yarningale Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Upper Ride (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Wroxall Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Lorenzo Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
10. Tom Ward Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1

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