Cirencester Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cirencester's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, 13.7% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This places the town in a higher position compared to national benchmarks, though the specific nature of the crimes reported offers insight into local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 35.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 21.9%. These figures suggest a town where public order and interpersonal tensions are significant factors. The seasonal context of October, with its shorter days and Halloween-related activity, may contribute to the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the data also reveals some divergent trends: property crimes, while still a concern, accounted for only 29.9% of total incidents, a slight decline from earlier in the year. The presence of a large built-up area within the Cotswold region likely means that Cirencester experiences a mix of urban and rural characteristics, with its historic town centre and surrounding countryside creating unique crime patterns. While the overall rate is higher than the UK average, the specific composition of crimes—particularly the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson—suggests that local factors, such as community engagement or property management practices, may play a role in shaping these trends.

October 2023 saw a sharp 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, with incidents rising from two to eight. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in robbery and possession of weapons, signals a concerning shift in the types of crime being reported. Anti-social behaviour also remained high, 56% above the UK average, with 35 incidents reported—nearly a third of all crimes in the month. Conversely, bicycle theft and drugs-related crimes both fell by two-thirds compared to the previous month, suggesting some success in addressing these specific issues. The crime mix has also shifted, with violent crimes accounting for 35.6% of all reports, compared to property crimes at 29.9%. This shift may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween, which can increase opportunities for anti-social behaviour and public order offences. Residents may find the reduction in bicycle theft particularly notable, though the overall upward trend in violent crime remains a pressing concern.

Cirencester's crime rate in October 2023 rose to 9.1 per 1,000 residents, a 12.7% increase from the previous month's 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area 13.7% above the UK average, a gap that has widened slightly from earlier in the year. Locally, this translates to roughly five crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 110 residents over the course of the month. While the daily figure remains consistent with typical patterns for a town of this size, the monthly exposure highlights the cumulative impact on residents. Population context is critical here: with 17,646 residents, even small changes in crime rates can affect community perceptions. The increase in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour, which are both significantly above UK averages, suggests a need for targeted local responses. However, the decrease in bicycle theft and drugs-related crimes offers a counterpoint, indicating that some areas of the town may be seeing positive trends.