Cheltenham Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cheltenham's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 9.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.5% above the UK average of 8.0. This discrepancy highlights the town's distinct profile, where violent crime—particularly violence and sexual offences—dominated the landscape. These incidents accounted for 35.7% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000). The high rate of violent crime may be influenced by Cheltenham's mix of historic town centre activity and modern residential areas, where public spaces and seasonal events like Halloween create conditions for heightened interactions. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 16.9% of incidents and 25% above the UK average. This pattern aligns with the town's character as a tourist destination, where transient populations and late-night activity may contribute to such reports. Public order offences, at 10.2% of all crimes, were 69% above the UK average, further emphasizing the impact of seasonal factors. October's transition to darker evenings, combined with Halloween-related events, may have amplified these trends. While property crime remained relatively lower than violent crime, shoplifting (8.2%) and criminal damage (7.7%) still showed above-average rates, consistent with Cheltenham's retail and leisure-focused economy. The data suggests a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the town's role as a hub for both residents and visitors.

October saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, with reports rising from 3 to 6. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, may signal shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. Other theft rose by 33.3% (63 to 84), likely reflecting seasonal pressures on retail and personal property. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 59.2% (from 49 to 20), potentially linked to increased visibility during darker evenings or proactive policing efforts. Violent crime remains the most prominent category, accounting for 35.7% of all incidents—26% above the UK average. This discrepancy from the national profile suggests local factors, such as Cheltenham's mix of tourist activity and residential areas, may contribute to higher rates of violence compared to other parts of the country. For residents, the 17.5% increase in overall crime rate compared to the UK average is a key metric to monitor.

Cheltenham's crime rate in October 2023 rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 5.7% increase from the previous month's 8.9 per 1,000. This places the town above its own historical trend for this time of year, though seasonal factors may partly explain the shift. On average, 37 crimes were reported daily in October, a figure that, while local, illustrates the frequency of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 106 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the density of incidents relative to the population. With 121,739 residents, the town's crime profile reflects a balance between urban and semi-rural characteristics, where public spaces and seasonal events intersect. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate is above the UK average, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable for a town of this size.