Cinderford Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2023, Cinderford recorded 65 crimes across its population of 8,808 residents, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000—10.8% below the UK average of 8.3. This figure represents a relatively low level of criminal activity for a built-up area within the Forest of Dean, a region historically characterized by its rural landscape and smaller towns. The breakdown of crimes reveals a significant proportion of violent offences, with 26 incidents (40% of total) reported, compared to the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 residents for this category. Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents, 21.5% of total) and criminal damage and arson (6 incidents, 9.2% of total) followed closely. These patterns may be influenced by the area's seasonal context: July marks the peak of summer, with schools out, tourism at its height, and festivals or outdoor events likely increasing foot traffic and social interactions. The higher incidence of violent crimes could be consistent with the influx of visitors and the associated pressures on local resources. Conversely, property crimes such as shoplifting (2 incidents, 3.1% of total) and burglary (2 incidents, 3.1% of total) were significantly below UK averages, suggesting that the built-up area's retail presence and residential density may be lower than in larger urban centres. The overall crime rate, while modest, highlights the need for continued monitoring, particularly given the seasonal fluctuations that can amplify or mitigate criminal activity in such environments.

July 2023 saw a 100% increase in burglary and vehicle crime compared to June, with both categories rising from one to two incidents. This contrasts with significant declines in other crime (down 60%), criminal damage and arson (down 53.8%), and public order offences (down 53.8%). The violent crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents—8% above the UK average—suggests a localized pressure point, possibly tied to summer tourism or community events. Conversely, shoplifting and burglary rates were below UK averages, with shoplifting at 67% below and burglary at 39% below. These disparities may reflect the built-up area's characteristics, where retail presence is limited compared to larger urban centres. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly concerning, as it indicates a sudden shift in crime patterns that could warrant local vigilance.

Cinderford's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 37.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.8 per 1,000. This decline suggests a notable shift in local crime dynamics. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the concentrated nature of reported incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 136 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Cinderford among the safer built-up areas in the UK. With a population of 8,808, this translates to a relatively low frequency of crime per capita, which may be influenced by the area's smaller scale and potentially lower population density compared to larger urban centres. However, the monthly exposure figure should be interpreted in context: it is a local aggregate and does not account for variations in reporting rates or population distribution within the built-up area.