Crime Rate in Wellesbourne West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wellesbourne West

The total recorded crimes in Wellesbourne West, Stratford-on-Avon, UK in July 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wellesbourne West crime rate of 2.21 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 Wellesbourne West, encompassing approximately 5,884 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Wellesbourne West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cranwell Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 2
  • Paulet Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Wellesbourne West?

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

  • Relative to Stratford-on-Avon:

    • In 2024, Wellesbourne West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stratford-on-Avon average, with 214 crimes compared to 367.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wellesbourne West recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 35 other areas in the Stratford-on-Avon.

    • In 2023, Wellesbourne West had fewer crimes than the Stratford-on-Avon average, with 145 crimes compared to 322. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wellesbourne West recorded fewer crimes than 30 out of 35 other areas in the Stratford-on-Avon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stratford-on-Avon, Wellesbourne West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Wellesbourne West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Wellesbourne West has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 2.21 ranking 29th out of 35 in the Stratford-on-Avon, UK

In 2024, the total Wellesbourne West crimes were 214. The crime rate of Wellesbourne West in 2024 was 36.36 (year) or 3.03 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Stratford-on-Avon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wellesbourne West were around 145 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.64 (year) or 2.05 (month) ranking 31 most dangerous area in the Stratford-on-Avon.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wellesbourne West)CrimesRank (Wellesbourne West)CrimesRank (Wellesbourne West)
Bishop's Itchington123 11,670 11,223 1
Avenue57 5888 2808 2
Welford-on-Avon87 2786 4654 5
Welcombe71 3775 5787 3
Guildhall65 4800 3733 4
Studley with Mappleborough Green36 10677 6557 6
Harbury51 6494 8520 7
Hathaway38 9530 7368 8
Napton & Fenny Compton43 7452 9324 12
Wotton Wawen41 8217 22237 19
Ettington33 12363 12363 9
Snitterfield33 11399 10360 10
Bidford East28 16339 13347 11
Brailes & Compton31 13374 11279 14
Southam South26 18326 15295 13
Long Itchington & Stockton11 30328 14276 15
Alcester & Rural30 14233 21210 22
Bridgetown29 15236 19250 16
Bishopton22 23283 16237 18
Southam North21 24189 28238 17
Tanworth-in-Arden19 25258 17237 20
Kineton27 17204 26187 28
Shipston South15 26258 18189 27
Alcester Town26 19196 27204 23
Wellesbourne East23 22235 20174 29
Shottery25 20206 25201 25
Shipston North14 28210 24225 21
Tiddington24 21187 29197 26
Henley-in-Arden10 33162 31203 24
Studley with Sambourne15 27172 30164 30
Kinwarton11 31115 3385 34
Bidford West & Salford11 32146 32120 32
Quinton5 35112 3490 33
Clopton7 3494 3572 35
Red Horse1 3673 3646 36

Wellesbourne West 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 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson 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 Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 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 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (4 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 79 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20255
April 20256
March 20257
February 20258
January 20257
December 20247
November 20242
October 20245
September 202411
August 20249

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20247
August 20247

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Wellesbourne West in July 2025

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

1. Cranwell Drive (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
3. Paulet Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Enstone Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hamilton Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Debden Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Loxley Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Valletta Way (Map)
Total1
Robbery1

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