Cinderford Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cinderford's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 9.9 per 1,000, placing it 28.6% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for the built-up area within the Forest of Dean, where the combination of urban infrastructure and rural surroundings creates a unique crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.7% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 68%, a pattern likely tied to the area's demographic composition and seasonal factors. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.4%, also exceeding the UK average by 48%, which may be attributed to the increased outdoor activity associated with spring and the Easter holiday period. Public order offences, at 10.3% of the total, were 89% above the national average, a figure that could be connected to the town's proximity to tourist routes and the influx of visitors during the Easter season. The seasonal context of April—marked by milder weather and the Easter holidays—likely contributed to heightened social interactions and potential tensions in public spaces. While the overall rate remains elevated compared to the UK, the relative stability in property crime categories, such as burglary and vehicle crime, suggests that targeted community efforts may be mitigating certain types of criminal activity. The contrast between violent and property crime trends illustrates the need for a nuanced approach to local policing and community engagement, particularly in addressing the drivers of anti-social behaviour and public order issues.

April 2024 witnessed a notable 25% decrease in burglary cases, dropping from 4 to 3, a shift that may reflect improved security measures in residential areas. Conversely, other theft saw a sharp 250% increase, rising from 2 to 7, which likely reflects seasonal factors such as Easter-related activity or increased foot traffic in retail spaces. The 200% rise in drug-related offences, from 1 to 3, may be tied to the Easter holiday period, when transient populations and altered routines can impact local crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 15.8%, falling from 19 to 16, due to community initiatives or heightened police presence during the Easter weekend. Violence and sexual offences remained high, 68% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson were 15% below the national average, indicating a combination of local factors that require further analysis. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in specific crime categories.

Cinderford's crime rate rose to 9.9 per 1,000 in April 2024, a 13.0% increase from the previous month's 8.7 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, though the rate remains consistent with historical trends for the Forest of Dean. Locally, 3 crimes were reported per day on average, translating to one reported crime for roughly every 101 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population base, though it does not reflect daily fluctuations. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the rate is elevated compared to the UK, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable for a built-up area of 8,808 residents. The increase in violent crime and anti-social behaviour may partly explain the upward trend, but the absence of significant spikes in property crime suggests localized factors rather than systemic issues. The contrast with surrounding rural areas, where burglary rates are typically higher, further illustrates the unique dynamics of Cinderford's urban footprint.