Cotswold Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cotswold's June 2024 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents places the district 40.2% below the UK average of 8.2, a position reinforced by its distinct crime profile. Violence and sexual offences (146 cases) accounted for 32.2% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.7%) and other theft (10.8%). This pattern reflects the area's character as a largely rural district with limited urban density, where violent crime remains significantly lower than national averages. Seasonal factors may play a role, as June marks the beginning of summer and the start of increased tourism in Cotswold's scenic landscapes. While shoplifting and public order offences rose modestly compared to UK averages, the district's rates for these categories remain well below national levels. The low incidence of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) further aligns with the area's rural nature, where such crimes are less prevalent. The overall decline in anti-social behaviour (down 37.3%) and criminal damage (down 33.3%) suggests that community policing efforts and the district's tranquil environment may contribute to its consistently low crime rates. These figures position Cotswold as an outlier in the UK's crime profile, where rural areas typically exhibit lower rates of property-related offences but face unique challenges in addressing specific categories like robbery.

June 2024 saw a stark 200% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 3, a shift that contrasts with the overall downward trend in crime. This spike, while notable, remains an isolated category within the broader context of a 40.2% deficit against the UK average. Meanwhile, shoplifting incidents climbed by 57.9% (19 to 30), a surge that may reflect seasonal tourism patterns as summer begins. Anti-social behaviour, however, fell by 37.3% (142 to 89), a decline consistent with the area's generally low levels of such activity. Violent crimes, at 146 (1.6 per 1,000), remained 42% below the UK average, highlighting Cotswold's continued safety in this category. The 56% drop in vehicle crime (from 25 to 18) further illustrates the district's distinct profile compared to UK averages, where such offences are more common in urban centres. These fluctuations suggest that while isolated incidents can rise, the area's overall crime dynamics remain stable.

Cotswold's crime rate in June 2024 (4.9 per 1,000 residents) marked a 17.7% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.0, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction aligns with the area's historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, 15 crimes were reported across the district, a figure that, while locally contextual, illustrates a manageable level of activity for a rural area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 202 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in Cotswold compared to more densely populated regions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the district's crime rates remain well below the UK average, with violent crimes in particular showing a 42% deficit against national figures. These metrics suggest that the area's community-oriented policing strategies and low population density may contribute to sustained safety, though seasonal factors like the start of summer could influence future trends.