Tetbury Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tetbury’s July 2023 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 38.6% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.3, underscoring the area’s generally low crime profile. Violent crimes dominated the monthly tally, comprising 60% of all incidents, with 21 cases reported. This category’s rate of 3.1 per 1,000—12% above the UK average—suggests a localised concentration of violence, potentially linked to the area’s seasonal dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, surged to 8 incidents, a 300% increase from June, likely driven by the summer tourism peak and the proliferation of outdoor events typical of the Cotswold region. The seasonal context of July—characterised by extended daylight hours, school holidays, and the height of the tourist season—may have contributed to this spike, as well as the notable rise in burglary and drugs-related crimes. These latter categories, though small in number, reflect a 100% increase from zero to one incident each, indicating sporadic criminal activity tied to transient populations or unoccupied properties. The overall crime rate, while higher than the previous month’s 3.5 per 1,000, remains significantly lower than the UK average, illustrating Tetbury’s position as a relatively safe built-up area within a rural landscape. The low property crime rate—only 4 incidents across all categories—further contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically form a larger share of the total. This divergence may be attributed to Tetbury’s character as a historic market town with a strong community presence, where property crime is less prevalent than in urban centres. The data highlights the interplay between local geography, seasonal trends, and policing efficacy in shaping Tetbury’s crime picture.

July 2023 saw a 300% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 8 incidents—a sharp contrast to the previous month. This surge aligns with the area’s seasonal context, where summer festivals and extended daylight hours may contribute to heightened social interactions and associated disturbances. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 60% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 3.1 per 1,000, 12% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, other theft and public order offences both fell by 50%, suggesting a shift in criminal focus during the month. The 100% increase in burglary and drugs-related crimes—both rising from zero to one incident—points to emerging patterns that may reflect specific vulnerabilities, such as unoccupied properties during school holidays or increased illicit activity tied to tourism.

Tetbury's crime rate in July 2023 rose by 45.8% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.5 to 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, remains 38.6% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime context reveals that roughly one crime occurred each day in July, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 197 residents, a monthly aggregate that places Tetbury’s experience in a broader demographic context. With a population of 6,880, the area’s relatively low crime rate highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives, though the month-on-month rise suggests shifting patterns that warrant closer examination. The contrast with the UK average underscores Tetbury’s unique position as a built-up area within a rural region, where crime dynamics differ from densely populated urban centres.