Gloucester Crime Rate February 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a city of 138,598 residents, Gloucester recorded 1,277 crimes in February 2023, equating to one reported crime for every 109 residents. This translates to a crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 people, placing the area 33.3% above the UK average of 6.9 per 1,000. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.4% of all crimes, with 554 incidents reported. This category alone was 63% higher than the UK average, reflecting a pronounced imbalance in local crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour (13.2% of total crimes) and public order offences (11.0%) also exceeded UK rates by 24% and 75% respectively, suggesting persistent challenges in community management and public safety. Seasonal factors may play a role, as February—a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—could influence crime dynamics. The low outdoor activity might drive more indoor interactions, contributing to higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of a clear seasonal spike in property crimes suggests that other local factors, such as the city's retail and nightlife presence, may be more influential in shaping these trends.

February 2023 saw Gloucester’s violent crime rate reach 4.0 per 1,000, significantly above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This category alone accounted for over 43% of all recorded crimes, underscoring its dominance in the local crime profile. Meanwhile, vehicle crime—a category typically linked to commuter areas—was 56% below the UK average, with only 23 incidents reported. This anomaly may reflect Gloucester’s lower density of parking zones or effective local policing strategies. The city’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.2 per 1,000) was 24% above the UK average, a figure that could be tied to the area’s mix of urban and semi-rural environments, where unmonitored public spaces may foster such incidents. The daily crime count for February averaged 46 incidents, a figure that highlights the scale of local enforcement challenges. While this rate is consistent with Gloucester’s historical patterns, the stark disparity between violent and property crimes suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as the city’s core retail districts and nightlife hubs.

Gloucester’s February 2023 crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 places it firmly above the UK average, yet the city’s population context offers a nuanced perspective. With 138,598 residents, the monthly exposure of one crime per 109 residents illustrates a tangible risk for individuals, though this remains lower than in many major urban centres. The daily crime count of 46 incidents—equivalent to over 10% of the city’s population experiencing a crime every 28 days—provides a concrete measure of local impact. Comparing this to Gloucester’s historical data, the rate is broadly consistent with trends observed in previous winters, suggesting that seasonal factors alone may not fully explain the current figures. However, the disproportionate rise in violent crime compared to property crime contrasts with UK-wide patterns, where property offences often dominate in smaller cities. This divergence may reflect Gloucester’s unique characteristics, such as its role as a regional hub with a mix of urban and suburban communities, where interpersonal conflicts and social disorganisation could contribute to higher violent crime rates. The city’s lower vehicle crime rate, meanwhile, aligns with its relatively lower density of commercial parking zones compared to larger metropolitan areas.