Tetbury Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tetbury's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure reflects a marked contrast to the national trend, with local crime patterns shaped by the area's character as a rural built-up zone within the Cotswold. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and public order offences (9.5%). These figures suggest a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, with May's extended evenings and bank holidays likely contributing to increased social interactions in public spaces. The relatively low rate of property crimes—only 7 out of 42 total crimes—aligns with the area's low population density and limited commercial activity compared to urban centres. The rate of violent crime remains significantly lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with the Cotswold's reputation for low crime and strong community cohesion. However, the seasonal context of May, with its longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking, may partly explain the higher proportion of public order and anti-social behaviour incidents. The data illustrates how local rhythms and geography shape crime patterns, even as national averages suggest broader trends.

May 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in other theft, rising from 0 to 4 incidents—a sharp contrast to the previous month. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary (from 0 to 1), highlights an unexpected shift in property crime dynamics. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences surged by 72.7% (from 11 to 19), marking the most significant month-on-month increase in this category. This rise may reflect the impact of May's extended evenings and bank holidays, which could have facilitated more social gatherings in public spaces. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), due to reduced vehicle movement during the Easter holiday period or increased security measures in car parks. The breakdown also reveals that 'other crime'—a category not explicitly defined in the data—was 150% above the UK average, suggesting a localised issue warranting further attention. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the sharp rise in other theft, which now accounts for 9.5% of all reported crimes. This category's absence in the previous month underscores the need for targeted community awareness around securing personal property, particularly in public areas.

Tetbury's crime rate in May 2025 rose by 35.3% compared to the previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, indicating a notable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 6,880 residents. When scaled to the population, this translates to roughly one reported crime for every 164 residents over the course of the month—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. However, the month-on-month increase raises questions about what might have changed in Tetbury's local environment. The absence of a UK daily crime comparison means this figure must be interpreted solely within the context of Tetbury's demographics. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that, despite the overall low rate, certain categories—particularly 'other crime'—exhibit stark deviations from national norms. This underscores the importance of localised analysis, as national averages may not fully capture the nuances of crime patterns in smaller, rural areas. For residents, the most pressing takeaway is the need to remain vigilant in areas where unexplained increases in specific crime types have occurred, even as the overall rate remains well below the UK average.