Warwickshire Police
West Midlands · Territorial force · 1,100 officers
Key Statistics
Officers
1,100
Staff
550
Area (sq miles)
764
Population served
590,000
About Warwickshire Police
A smaller force covering Warwick, Nuneaton and Stratford-upon-Avon. Offers a close-knit policing environment with strong collaboration with West Mercia Police for specialist services.
Warwickshire Police operates in a predominantly rural area enriched with a blend of urban settings, including Warwick, Nuneaton, and Stratford-upon-Avon. The geographic scope includes picturesque landscapes coupled with small towns, presenting unique challenges and community relations dynamics. The force forms a significant border link with West Mercia Police, enhancing collaborative policing efforts, particularly in specialist services where resources may be shared. Within its jurisdiction, Warwickshire Police is responsible for extensive transport networks, which include major roads and rail routes, necessitating constant vigilance against various transport-related crimes.
The force boasts notable specialist units such as an armed response team, a proactive rural crime team focused on tackling agricultural issues, and a dedicated cybercrime unit that addresses rising digital threats. Furthermore, the dog unit plays a crucial role in both community engagement and operational support during incidents.
Current priorities for Warwickshire Police encompass tackling domestic violence, enhancing public safety through crime reduction initiatives, and fostering community engagement efforts to build trust and transparency. These focus areas highlight the force's commitment to adapting to modern challenges while maintaining strong community ties, making it an attractive place for potential applicants and transferring officers seeking a diverse and supportive working environment.
Current priorities
- Tackling domestic violence
- Enhancing public safety
- Crime reduction initiatives
- Community engagement efforts
Notable specialisms
Source: About Warwickshire Police. Summary fetched 2026-07-05.
Public-data snapshot
Workforce
Officers
1,100
Staff
550
Total headcount
1,650
Source: Home Office Police Workforce Statistics as of 31 March 2025 · OGL v3
HMICFRS PEEL rating
requires improvement
Inspection cycle: 2023-2025
Source: HMICFRS PEEL assessments · Open Government Licence v3.0
In recent oversight reports
Warwickshire Police is named in 1 recent IOPC investigation outcome or HMICFRS thematic report.
Terms of reference: Home Secretary’s commission for a thematic inspection of the handling of misconduct in fire and rescue services
2023-07-19 · HMICFRS
From data.police.uk
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Stop and search
Latest available month: 2026-08. 109 recorded stop-and-search records that month. Officer-defined ethnicity was recorded on 94.5% of records.
By object of search (2026-08)
| Controlled drugs | 48 |
| Article for use in theft | 16 |
| Offensive weapons | 13 |
| Stolen goods | 12 |
| Anything to threaten or harm anyone | 7 |
| Firearms | 6 |
| Detailed object of search unavailable | 5 |
| Psychoactive substances | 1 |
| Game or poaching equipment | 1 |
By outcome (2026-08)
| A no further action disposal | 86 |
| Arrest | 14 |
| Community resolution | 5 |
| Summons / charged by post | 3 |
| Khat or Cannabis warning | 1 |
Source: data.police.uk · Open Government Licence v3.0
Recorded crime by category
4,700 crimes recorded by Warwickshire Police in 2026-08 (latest published month), by category. Counted from the published street-level archive; England, Wales & Northern Ireland only.
| Crime type (2026-08) | Recorded |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,517 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1,302 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 328 |
| Public order | 293 |
| Shoplifting | 279 |
| Other theft | 269 |
| Vehicle crime | 205 |
| Burglary | 166 |
| Other crime | 96 |
| Drugs | 85 |
| Robbery | 58 |
| Possession of weapons | 46 |
| Bicycle theft | 30 |
| Theft from the person | 26 |
| Total | 4,700 |
Source: data.police.uk street-level archive · Open Government Licence v3.0
Deaths during or following police contact
IOPC-recorded fatalities involving Warwickshire Police over 2004/05 to 2024/25 (2024/25 in brackets). These use the IOPC’s five categories, which have different definitions and are not additive. Figures count incidents the IOPC attributed to Warwickshire Police; see the national page for how multi-force incidents are handled.
Recruitment
How to join Warwickshire Police
Application stages, entry routes, fitness and vetting requirements.