Tetbury Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a resident of Tetbury, the crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 in March 2023 translates to a 1-in-328 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure is 59.2% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to national trends. The most common crimes in the area were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.9% of all incidents, followed by other theft (14.3%) and public order issues (9.5%). The seasonal context of March—marking the transition to spring and the lengthening of evenings—may have influenced patterns, as increased outdoor activity and social interactions could contribute to higher rates of violence and public disorder. However, Tetbury’s overall low crime rate suggests a combination of factors, including its small population size, strong community cohesion, and the absence of high-risk environments such as large retail hubs or densely populated urban areas. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, yet Tetbury’s rate of 1.3 per 1,000 is 53% below that, indicating a localised effectiveness in addressing violent crime. This could be linked to the area’s character as a quiet, rural-built-up area with limited nightlife and a focus on residential living, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

March 2023 saw a notable balance between property and violent crime, with 42.9% of incidents categorised as violence and sexual offences and 38% as property-related crimes. This mix contrasts with UK averages, where violent crimes account for 53% of the total. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Tetbury (1.3 per 1,000) is 53% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), a disparity that may reflect the area’s lack of high-risk environments such as late-night venues or crowded transport hubs. Other theft, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 32% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, potentially linked to the area’s limited retail density compared to urban centres. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 9.5% of crimes, is 71% below the UK average (1.0 per 1,000), suggesting that community engagement and local policing efforts may be effective in mitigating such incidents. A resident might find the daily crime count of roughly 1 incident per day useful for contextualising risk, though this remains a low frequency compared to national statistics.

Over the course of March 2023, Tetbury’s 21 reported crimes equated to 1 incident for every 328 residents, a figure that highlights the area’s relatively low exposure to crime compared to the UK average. This monthly aggregate provides a clear snapshot of risk for individuals living in the area, with the likelihood of experiencing a crime being significantly lower than in most other parts of the country. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 1 crime per day, a rate that is consistent with its small population and rural character. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, despite the 21 incidents, the per-capita risk remains minimal—equivalent to less than 0.003% of the population being directly affected by crime each month. This low frequency aligns with Tetbury’s status as a built-up area within the Cotswold, where community cohesion and limited urban infrastructure may contribute to a safer environment. While the UK average crime rate is 7.6 per 1,000, Tetbury’s 3.1 per 1,000 demonstrates a marked difference in exposure, particularly for violent and sexual offences, which are 53% below the national average. This comparative advantage may be attributed to the area’s low population density and the absence of factors typically associated with higher crime rates, such as large-scale commercial activity or densely populated housing.