Tetbury Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tetbury's crime rate for February 2024 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 49.3% below the UK average of 7.1. This significant gap reflects the area's unique character as a built-up Cotswold community, where low population density and strong local policing likely contribute to lower overall crime levels. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36% of all incidents (9 cases), though this rate remains 48% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 28% (7 cases), a category that saw a dramatic 250% increase compared to January. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could lead to more indoor disputes and alcohol-related incidents. Public order offences (20%, 5 cases) also rose sharply, tied to increased social gatherings during the winter months. Shoplifting (8%) and vehicle crime (4%) were both significantly below UK averages, with shoplifting at 44% below and vehicle crime at 55% below. These trends suggest that while Tetbury faces certain localized challenges, its overall crime profile remains markedly safer than the national average. The area's small population and rural context likely play a role in these patterns, as lower foot traffic and fewer commercial hubs may reduce opportunities for property-related crimes. However, the increase in anti-social behaviour highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of local amenities or social hubs.

February 2024 saw a striking 250% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 7 incidents — the most significant month-on-month jump in any category. This surge, combined with a 66.7% rise in public order offences (from 3 to 5), suggests a shift in community dynamics during the winter months. While violence and sexual offences decreased by 10% (from 10 to 9), the category remains high compared to the UK average, with its rate of 1.3 per 1,000 being 48% below the national benchmark. The sharp increase in criminal damage and arson (+100%, from 0 to 1) raises questions about targeted incidents, though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions. Vehicle crime fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), a decrease that may reflect seasonal patterns, as colder weather often reduces vehicle-related crimes in rural areas. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly around anti-social behaviour, which now constitutes nearly a third of all reported incidents.

Tetbury's crime rate remained stable at 3.6 per 1,000 residents in February 2024, matching the same rate as January 2024. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall criminal activity, though localized trends reveal more nuanced patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 29-day month — a figure that, while low, underscores the sporadic nature of incidents in this built-up Cotswold community. When scaled to population, the monthly exposure translates to one crime occurring for every 275 residents, a ratio that places Tetbury well below the UK average. This is particularly notable given the area's small population of 6,880, where even a single incident can feel more pronounced. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, indicating that while the broader picture remains unchanged, certain types of criminal activity have intensified. This divergence between aggregate and granular data highlights the importance of examining individual crime types to understand local risks.