Crime Rate in Coton and Boughton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Coton and Boughton

The total recorded crimes in Coton and Boughton, Rugby, UK in March 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Coton and Boughton crime rate of 2.16 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 Coton and Boughton, encompassing approximately 15,255 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (700.00% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Coton and Boughton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fornside Close with total crimes: 5
  • Avocet Close with total crimes: 3
  • Elter Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Coton and Boughton?

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

  • Relative to Rugby:

    • In 2024, Coton and Boughton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rugby average, with 314 crimes compared to 577.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Coton and Boughton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Coton and Boughton had fewer crimes than the Rugby average, with 309 crimes compared to 500. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Coton and Boughton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Coton and Boughton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Coton and Boughton has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 2.16 ranking 12th out of 15 in the Rugby, UK

In 2024, the total Coton and Boughton crimes were 314. The crime rate of Coton and Boughton in 2024 was 20.58 (year) or 1.72 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Rugby.

In 2023, the total crimes in Coton and Boughton were around 309 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.26 (year) or 1.69 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Rugby.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rugby)CrimesRank (Rugby)CrimesRank (Rugby)
Benn91 11,442 11,437 1
Newbold and Brownsover86 21,225 21,020 2
Eastlands57 5807 3739 3
Wolvey and Shilton78 3570 9459 8
New Bilton48 7638 6650 4
Revel and Binley Woods63 4714 4593 5
Admirals and Cawston43 10644 5533 6
Rokeby and Overslade56 6628 7491 7
Hillmorton48 8602 8423 9
Wolston and the Lawfords46 9558 10334 11
Dunsmore36 11401 11421 10
Paddox14 14243 13244 13
Bilton24 13188 14198 14
Clifton, Newton and Churchover11 15183 1589 15
Leam Valley7 1673 1662 16

Coton and Boughton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 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 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 115 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202511
January 20258
December 20247
November 202411
October 202410
September 20245
August 202410
July 20246
June 202420
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20256
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 20246
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 202412
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Coton and Boughton in March 2025

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

1. Fornside Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Avocet Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Elter Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Holly Mews (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sessile Oak Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Benches Furlong (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Grendon Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Swift Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
9. Cosford Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bryant Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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