Cotswold Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Cotswold's February 2026 crime rate of 0.1 per 1,000 residents places the district 98.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a position that reflects a consistently low-crime environment. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 33.3%. These categories, though significantly below national averages, highlight the persistent presence of interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct in the area. The low overall crime rate aligns with Cotswold's character as a largely rural district with a strong emphasis on community cohesion, but the seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited daylight and reduced outdoor activity—may contribute to the subdued nature of incidents. While the absence of major property crimes is notable, the focus on violent and anti-social offences underscores the importance of maintaining community vigilance in public spaces. The stark contrast between Cotswold's figures and the UK average suggests that the district's socio-economic profile, including its relatively small population and low population density, likely plays a role in its crime prevention outcomes. However, the small number of incidents reported—just 9 in total—means that even minor shifts in crime patterns can have a measurable impact on local statistics, requiring careful analysis of trends over time.

February 2026 saw a dramatic 97.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, with the number of incidents dropping from 146 to 4. This decline, while significant, still places Cotswold's rate for this category at 0.0 per 1,000 residents, 100% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply by 95.8%, reducing from 72 to 3 incidents, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. The most notable shift in crime mix occurred in the property category, where other theft dropped by 96.7% from 30 to 1 incident. These reductions align with the seasonal context of February, a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may contribute to the subdued crime environment. Residents should remain cautious, however, as the remaining incidents—primarily in violent and anti-social categories—continue to reflect patterns observed in areas with limited public spaces and high foot traffic during colder months.

Cotswold's crime rate in February 2026 fell sharply to 0.1 per 1,000 residents, a 97.8% drop from the previous month's 4.5 per 1,000. This reduction places the area's current rate far below its historical levels, with only 9 total crimes reported across the district over 28 days. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 0 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the low frequency of criminal activity in the region. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 10,185 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to most UK areas. With a population of 91,661, Cotswold's crime statistics suggest that residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the average UK resident, although the absolute number of incidents remains a small but non-zero figure that warrants attention.