Crime Rate in Wem Brook: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wem Brook

The total recorded crimes in Wem Brook, Nuneaton and Bedworth, UK in March 2025 are around 75 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wem Brook crime rate of 4.46 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 Wem Brook, encompassing approximately 16,822 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-3.45% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Wem Brook Crime Hotspots

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

  • Rose Lane with total crimes: 8
  • Sudeley Road with total crimes: 6
  • Fitton Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is Wem Brook?

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

  • Relative to Nuneaton and Bedworth:

    • In 2024, Wem Brook demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nuneaton and Bedworth average, with 884 crimes compared to 923.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Wem Brook witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wem Brook experienced a greater number of crimes than the Nuneaton and Bedworth average, with 903 crimes compared to 796. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Wem Brook witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Nuneaton and Bedworth, Wem Brook has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Wem Brook Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wem Brook has recorded 75 crimes with crime rate of 4.46 ranking 4th out of 16 in the Nuneaton and Bedworth, UK

In 2024, the total Wem Brook crimes were 884. The crime rate of Wem Brook in 2024 was 52.55 (year) or 4.38 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Nuneaton and Bedworth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wem Brook were around 903 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.68 (year) or 4.47 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Nuneaton and Bedworth.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Nuneaton and Bedworth)CrimesRank (Nuneaton and Bedworth)CrimesRank (Nuneaton and Bedworth)
Abbey248 12,977 12,647 1
Bede132 21,384 21,153 2
Camp Hill75 51,112 3915 3
Kingswood88 3940 4814 5
Galley Common65 8902 5672 10
Bar Pool51 11802 10787 6
Arbury72 6736 12723 7
Poplar45 14878 7702 9
Exhall68 7851 8710 8
Weddington63 9808 9573 14
St Nicolas52 10703 14504 15
Heath46 13568 15656 11
Attleborough49 12789 11627 12
Slough39 15715 13607 13
Bulkington29 16382 16353 16
Whitestone13 17254 17186 17

Wem Brook Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 78 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20258
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
September 20249
August 20248
July 20249
June 202412
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241

A total of 172 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202518
January 202516
December 20247
November 202415
October 202410
September 202417
August 202415
July 202410
June 202418
May 202416
April 202410

A total of 74 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20254
December 20246
November 202415
October 20245
September 20245
August 20247
July 20244
June 202412
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 393 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202529
January 202535
December 202436
November 202415
October 202429
September 202436
August 202432
July 202427
June 202462
May 202436
April 202428

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20258
December 20243
November 20247
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20248
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20248
November 20247
October 20244
September 20247
August 20245
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20255
December 20242
November 20241
October 20246
September 20243
August 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

High Crime Locations Wem Brook in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Wem Brook postcode area is presented below.

1. Rose Lane (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
2. Sudeley Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Fitton Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Villiers Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Prince'S Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Home Park Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Middlemarch Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Gilfil Road (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Coventry Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
10. Stewart Street (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Shoplifting1

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