Crime is decreasing and MODERATE in Cirencester
Cirencester reports a crime rate of 91.1 per 1,000 and a good safety score of 80/100, near the UK average. Crime is decreasing year-on-year.
Cirencester's crime rate is similar to UK average
Based on population of 17,646 over 12 months
Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 91.1 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 24.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 33.2 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 80 out of 100 |
| Population | 17,646 |
| Trend | decreasing |
| Comparison | similar to UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 537 | 30.4 | 33% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 455 | 25.8 | 28% |
| Shoplifting | 123 | 7 | 8% |
| Other theft | 117 | 6.6 | 7% |
| Public order | 107 | 6.1 | 7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 83 | 4.7 | 5% |
| Burglary | 44 | 2.5 | 3% |
| Drugs | 41 | 2.3 | 3% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 1.9 | 2% |
| Other crime | 30 | 1.7 | 2% |
| Bicycle theft | 13 | 0.7 | 1% |
| Robbery | 12 | 0.7 | 1% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.4 | 0% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.3 | 0% |
Cirencester reports an overall crime rate of 91.1 per 1,000 residents annually, placing it close to the national average of 93.4 per 1,000. With a safety score of 80/100, which is above the UK average of 78/100, Cirencester is considered a safe area. Recent trends indicate a positive direction, with a 7.6% decrease in the crime rate year-over-year, suggesting an improving safety profile for the town.
Cirencester has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Protect Against These ThreatsIn Cirencester, the most significant crime types are Violence and sexual offences, Anti-social behaviour, and Shoplifting. Violence and sexual offences constitute 33.4% of all crimes, with a rate of 30.4 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is also prominent, accounting for 28.3% of crimes at 25.8 per 1,000, reflecting potential issues with public order. Shoplifting, at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, makes up 7.7% of the total, likely due to the town's commercial activity. The overall property-related crime rate, which includes burglary, theft, and vehicle crime, stands at 24.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure is lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000, suggesting that residents and businesses in Cirencester face a reduced risk for these types of offences compared to many other areas.
Cirencester has a 2.5% lower crime rate than the UK average.
Cirencester has seen a positive shift in its crime landscape, with a 7.6% decrease in the overall crime rate year-over-year. Monthly trends indicate fluctuations, but a general downward trajectory is visible. While there was a peak in May 2025 at 9.6 per 1,000 residents, the rate has shown periods of lower activity, such as December 2024 (5.6) and October 2024 (6.0). The most recent data for September 2025 shows a rate of 8.2 per 1,000, lower than the peak, suggesting that efforts to reduce crime are having an effect. This trend is encouraging for residents, indicating a safer environment over time.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Cirencester's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning is dominated by theft (56%), with some burglary and vehicle crime.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoon sees elevated theft (57%) and burglary (16%), likely during busy periods.
6pm - 12am
Evening hours show a rise in 'other' crimes (48%) and some vehicle crime.
12am - 6am
Night experiences increased vehicle crime (27%) and burglary (22%) when properties are unattended.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Cirencester's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Cirencester, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Crime patterns in Cirencester show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are primarily affected by theft, accounting for 56% of crimes, along with some burglary and vehicle crime. As the day progresses into the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains the dominant issue at 57%, with a slight increase in burglary. Evening hours (6pm-12am) see a notable shift, with 'other' crimes (48%) becoming more prevalent, alongside reduced theft and some vehicle crime. During the night (12am-6am), vehicle crime increases to 27%, and burglary also becomes more significant at 22%, indicating a focus on unattended properties.
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The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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When comparing Cirencester to its immediate neighbours, its crime rate provides important regional context. Cirencester's overall crime rate of 91.1 per 1,000 is higher than that of more rural settlements like Siddington, Ewen, and Coates, which typically have very low crime figures. It is also higher than Stratton (Cotswold). This comparison highlights Cirencester as a more urbanised hub in the area, where a slightly higher crime rate, though still around the UK average, is to be expected due to increased population density and commercial activity.
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How we source and verify crime information for Cirencester
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Cirencester. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Last updated: September 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months
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