Crime Rate in Bilton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bilton

The total recorded crimes in Bilton, Rugby, UK in February 2026 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bilton crime rate of 1.76 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 Bilton, encompassing approximately 11,924 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Bilton Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Green with total crimes: 3
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 3
  • Capulet Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Bilton?

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

  • Relative to Rugby:

    • In 2024, Bilton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rugby average, with 188 crimes compared to 577.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bilton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Rugby.

    • In 2023, Bilton had fewer crimes than the Rugby average, with 198 crimes compared to 500. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bilton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Rugby.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rugby, Bilton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bilton Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Bilton crimes were 188. The crime rate of Bilton in 2024 was 15.77 (year) or 1.31 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Rugby.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bilton were around 198 crimes with yearly crime rate of 16.60 (year) or 1.38 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Rugby.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Bilton)CrimesRank (Bilton)CrimesRank (Bilton)
BennNA NA1,442 11,437 1
Newbold and BrownsoverNA NA1,225 21,020 2
EastlandsNA NA807 3739 3
New BiltonNA NA638 6650 4
Revel and Binley WoodsNA NA714 4593 5
Admirals and CawstonNA NA644 5533 6
Rokeby and OversladeNA NA628 7491 7
Wolvey and ShiltonNA NA570 9459 8
HillmortonNA NA602 8423 9
DunsmoreNA NA401 11421 10
Wolston and the LawfordsNA NA558 10334 11
Coton and BoughtonNA NA314 12309 12
PaddoxNA NA243 13244 13
Clifton, Newton and ChurchoverNA NA183 1589 15
Leam ValleyNA NA73 1662 16

Bilton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Possession of weapons incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.42 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 83 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.38 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20266
December 20256
November 20255
October 20259
September 20256
August 20254
July 202510
June 20253
May 20258
April 20256
March 20256
February 20257

A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.15 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20261
December 20251
November 20252
October 20254
September 20255
August 20254
July 20252
June 20256
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20251
October 20252
August 20251
June 20251

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
October 20252
September 20251
August 20253
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
December 20251
November 20251
September 20253
August 20251
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256
February 20255

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20253
August 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
September 20252
August 20252
February 20252

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
August 20251
May 20251

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20257
May 20251
March 20253

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20252

High Crime Locations Bilton in February 2026

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

1. The Green (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Capulet Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Arden Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Beech Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Wheatfield Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Deepmore Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Martin Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Oberon Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Duncan Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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