Gloucester Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 138,598, Gloucester recorded 1,410 crimes in February 2024—a figure equating to 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 43.7% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, marking one of the highest local authority crime rates in England and Wales. The breakdown reveals a stark focus on violent and anti-social crimes, which together account for over 56% of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences (566 cases) alone represent 40.1% of total crimes, a category that is 64% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (233 cases) and public order offences (122 cases) further amplify the profile of interpersonal conflict in the area. This pattern is consistent with Gloucester’s character as a mid-sized city with a mix of urban and suburban areas, where high foot traffic in town centres and public spaces may contribute to such trends. Seasonal context also plays a role: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could influence patterns, though the prominence of violent crime suggests deeper, year-round factors. The relatively low rate of burglary (47 cases) and vehicle crime (24 cases) contrasts with the high incidence of shoplifting (113 cases), indicating a combination of retail environments and local demographics. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-impact categories while maintaining broader community safety measures.

February 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Bicycle theft surged by 71.4% (14 to 24 cases), a jump that may reflect increased winter cycling activity or vulnerabilities in bike storage infrastructure. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 29.4% (160 to 113 cases), potentially linked to post-Christmas lulls or retail security improvements. Vehicle crime dropped sharply by 45.5% (44 to 24 cases), due to colder weather reducing outdoor activity or enhanced parking security. Violent crimes remained high, with violence and sexual offences at 4.1 per 1,000 residents—64% above the UK average. This category’s dominance highlights the need for focused policing in areas with high concentrations of nightlife or public spaces. Anti-social behaviour also stood out, with 1.7 per 1,000 residents (62% above the UK average), a figure that may correlate with Gloucester’s mix of urban and suburban environments where noise and disorder can escalate during colder months. Residents might find the 48% above-average rate for shoplifting (0.8 per 1,000) particularly relevant, as it points to potential gaps in retail crime prevention strategies.

Gloucester’s February 2024 crime rate of 10.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 9.9% decrease from the previous month’s 11.3 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but notable decline. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 49 crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 98 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average but comparable to other mid-sized urban areas. This statistic, while stark, must be considered alongside Gloucester’s population density and the presence of multiple town centres, schools, and public transport hubs that could influence crime dynamics. The 43.7% gap between Gloucester’s rate and the UK average underscores the area’s distinct challenges, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories. However, the month-on-month reduction suggests that recent policing efforts or seasonal factors may have temporarily curtailed some activities. For residents, these figures highlight the importance of community engagement and targeted initiatives to address the persistent overrepresentation of certain crime types relative to national benchmarks.