Tetbury Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tetbury's September 2023 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents places it 60% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This marked safety contrasts with the national picture, where violent crime dominates. Locally, violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of reported crimes, followed by public order (27.3%) and criminal damage (13.6%). The seasonal context of September—back-to-school periods, university freshers arriving, and evenings drawing in—likely influences these patterns. The high proportion of violent crime may reflect the area's character as a small built-up area within the Cotswolds, where community interactions and seasonal transitions could heighten tensions. Public order offences, though lower than the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), rose sharply, linked to increased foot traffic during the school term. Criminal damage, at 0.4 per 1,000, remains below the UK average, suggesting fewer incidents of vandalism or arson. The low burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) aligns with the area's likely mix of residential properties and limited commercial activity. These figures illustrate a relatively safe community, with crime levels significantly lower than national benchmarks, though local factors such as seasonal dynamics and community interactions may still play a role in shaping crime trends.

The most striking shift in September 2023 was the 200% increase in public order offences, which rose from 2 to 6. This jump, while still below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), suggests a notable uptick in disturbances, potentially tied to the influx of students and the start of the academic year. Simultaneously, criminal damage and arson cases doubled from 0 to 3, marking a 100% rise—though this remains 33% below the UK average. In contrast, burglary plummeted by 92%, dropping from 25 to 2, a dramatic decline that may reflect improved security measures or seasonal changes in property occupancy. Violent crimes, the largest category (50% of total), fell by 8.3%, from 12 to 11, remaining 42% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000). This category's relatively low rate compared to the UK suggests that Tetbury's community may have effective local deterrents or social cohesion factors that mitigate aggression. The 45% gap between Tetbury's public order rate (0.9 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) highlights a unique challenge, as the area's small size and seasonal population shifts could amplify minor incidents into reported crimes.

Tetbury's September 2023 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 represents a 55.1% decrease from August's 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a substantial improvement in safety over the past month. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day in September, a figure that, while seemingly low, underscores the importance of vigilance in a small community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 313 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many UK towns. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the relatively low likelihood of encountering crime in Tetbury compared to national averages. The population context further highlights the area's safety: with 6,880 residents, the 22 total crimes reported in September equate to a minuscule 0.3% of the population being directly affected. This stark contrast to the UK's 8.0 per 1,000 rate reinforces Tetbury's position as an outlier in terms of safety, though local factors such as the Cotswolds' rural-urban balance and seasonal demographics may contribute to this divergence. The reduction in crime over the month could be attributed to targeted initiatives or the natural ebb of seasonal activity, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific causes.