Tetbury Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tetbury's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 58.8% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marked a rare dip in the area’s historical pattern of low crime, though the figures remain consistent with Tetbury’s character as a small, rural built-up area within the Cotswold region. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 58.3% of all reported incidents, followed by other theft (8.3%) and shoplifting (8.3%). The seasonal shift into summer may have influenced these patterns, as the area’s tourism season begins to ramp up in late spring and early summer. However, the absence of major retail hubs or high-density residential zones likely contributes to the low rates of property crime, which accounted for only 20.8% of total incidents. Violent crime rates in Tetbury are 32% below the UK average for this category, a reflection of the town’s relatively quiet, low-traffic environment. The data also shows a notable underrepresentation of anti-social behaviour, with rates 80% below the UK average, possibly linked to the community’s close-knit nature and limited public spaces that foster such incidents. These figures underscore Tetbury’s position as a place where crime is both rare and typically non-violent, though the summer months may bring subtle shifts in activity patterns as visitors begin to arrive.

June 2023 saw a 4.5% increase in Tetbury’s overall crime rate compared to May, though the absolute number of incidents remained low. Among the most striking changes was the 100% rise in shoplifting and other theft, with both categories doubling from previous months. This uptick could be linked to the start of summer, when foot traffic in local shops may increase as the area’s seasonal tourism begins. Violent crimes, while still the most common category, showed no significant change in their share of total incidents (58.3% of all crimes), a stark contrast to the UK average where violence accounts for 32% of reported crimes. The category of 'other crime' saw a 100% increase, moving from zero to one incident, a rare occurrence that highlights the unpredictable nature of low-frequency categories. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 71.4%, from seven to two incidents, reflecting the easing of post-Christmas or Easter-related tensions in the area. While Tetbury’s violent crime rate remains 32% below the UK average, the rise in shoplifting and other theft suggests that local retailers may need to remain vigilant as summer progresses.

Tetbury’s crime rate in June 2023 rose slightly to 3.5 per 1,000 residents from 3.3 per 1,000 in May, a 4.5% increase. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 287 residents, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this small community. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day, a localised metric that provides context for residents and visitors alike. When compared to the UK average, Tetbury’s overall crime rate remains significantly lower, with the gap of 58.8% highlighting the area’s distinct security profile. This contrast is even more pronounced in specific categories: violent crime rates are 32% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour is 80% below. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the likelihood of being a victim in Tetbury is dramatically lower than in most parts of the country, though the small absolute numbers mean that individual incidents can have a more visible impact on the community. These comparisons reinforce Tetbury’s identity as a place where crime is not only infrequent but also rare compared to national trends, a factor that may be attributed to its rural setting, low population density, and limited commercial activity.