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 May 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Coton and Boughton crime rate of 2.23 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 May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Coton and Boughton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Smithhill Place with total crimes: 6
  • Fornside Close with total crimes: 3
  • Sessile Oak 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 areas in the Rugby.

    • 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 areas in the Rugby.

  • 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 May 2025 the Coton and Boughton has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 2.23 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Coton and Boughton)CrimesRank (Coton and Boughton)CrimesRank (Coton and Boughton)
Benn103 21,442 11,437 1
Newbold and Brownsover105 11,225 21,020 2
Eastlands86 3807 3739 3
New Bilton53 8638 6650 4
Revel and Binley Woods64 5714 4593 5
Admirals and Cawston74 4644 5533 6
Rokeby and Overslade60 6628 7491 7
Wolvey and Shilton60 7570 9459 8
Hillmorton50 9602 8423 9
Dunsmore40 11401 11421 10
Wolston and the Lawfords42 10558 10334 11
Paddox23 13243 13244 13
Bilton21 14188 14198 14
Clifton, Newton and Churchover9 15183 1589 15
Leam Valley5 1673 1662 16

Coton and Boughton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 58 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.46 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20257
March 20258
February 20251
January 20256
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
February 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 134 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202512
March 202516
February 202511
January 20258
December 20247
November 202411
October 202410
September 20245
August 202410
July 20246
June 202420
May 20246

A total of 27 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 41 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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 13 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 May 2025

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

1. Smithhill Place (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
2. Fornside Close (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Sessile Oak Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Monck Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Bryant Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
6. Sandpiper Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Meadowsweet (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Hazel Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
9. Page Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Elstop Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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