Bargod Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2025, Bargod's crime rate stood at 8.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 9% above the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge for the built-up area, where violent crimes now outpace property crimes for the first time in recent records. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.4% of all crimes (20 incidents), followed by public order (16.2%) and anti-social behaviour (14.7%). This violent crime dominance contrasts with the broader UK trend, where violence and sexual offences typically represent a smaller share of total crimes. The seasonal context of March—transitioning to spring with extended daylight and warmer temperatures—may have influenced these patterns, as outdoor spaces become more active. However, the prominence of public order offences, 155% above the UK average, suggests underlying issues in community management that may be exacerbated by the area's urban density. Anti-social behaviour, though slightly below the UK average, remains a concern, particularly in densely populated areas where social interactions are frequent. These trends highlight a combination of seasonal dynamics and local factors, requiring nuanced approaches to crime prevention.

March 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson surging by 300% compared to February, likely reflecting seasonal factors as warmer weather encouraged outdoor activities. Concurrently, shoplifting fell by 50%, possibly linked to reduced retail footfall during the transition to spring. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent crimes declining by 42.9% to 20 incidents, while property crimes remained steady at 19. This contrast may indicate a temporary reduction in personal safety incidents, though public order offences remained 155% above the UK average. Residents may find the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson particularly concerning, as these incidents often occur in communal spaces and may require targeted local interventions.

Bargod's crime rate in March 2025 fell by 11.7% compared to February's 9.6 per 1,000, marking a notable decline in overall crime. This reduction positions the area closer to the UK average, though it still sits 9% above. Daily crime statistics show roughly two crimes reported each day in March, a figure that, while low, reflects the built-up nature of Bargod's environment. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 118 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. This monthly exposure rate, when compared to the previous month's 1-in-93 residents, suggests a shift in crime patterns that may partly reflect seasonal changes, such as the transition to spring and extended evening hours. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that, despite the decline, Bargod's rate remains distinct from the UK average, requiring continued monitoring to understand long-term trends.