Gloucester Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a significant shift in Gloucester's crime profile, with the overall crime rate standing at 12.0 per 1,000 residents — 39.5% above the UK average of 8.6. This places Gloucester among the areas with higher-than-average crime rates nationally. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.4% of all reported crimes (622 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%, 397 cases) and public order offences (7.7%, 128 cases). These figures align with Gloucester's character as a mid-sized urban centre with a mix of historic districts, commercial hubs, and residential areas, all of which contribute to varying crime dynamics. Seasonal factors likely played a role: with schools out and tourism at its peak during the summer months, public spaces such as parks, town centres, and festival venues may have seen increased activity that correlates with the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, direct causation; instead, it suggests a consistent pattern between summer events and heightened reports in these categories. The city's proximity to major transport routes and its status as a regional retail and cultural hub further contextualise the elevated levels of property crimes, particularly shoplifting, which remained 23% above the UK average. While the overall rate remains concerning, the breakdown illustrates a combination of local geography, seasonal rhythms, and community-specific factors that shape Gloucester's crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in July 2025 was an 80.0% increase in theft from the person, rising from 5 to 9 incidents. This spike, though modest in absolute terms, may partly explain the 37.4% share of violent crimes in the overall breakdown — the highest category by volume. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 28.7% (80 → 103), a jump that could be consistent with the summer tourism peak, when outdoor events and festivals may inadvertently create opportunities for such offences. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 5.3% (377 → 397), reflecting the pressures of a busy summer month in a city with a vibrant cultural scene. Bicycle theft fell by 35.1% (37 → 24), a decline that may be linked to the seasonal shift in usage patterns, with fewer commuters and students cycling during school holidays. This decrease contrasts with the 150% above UK average rate for bicycle theft, highlighting a local anomaly that could warrant closer attention. The drop in burglary (54 → 37, -31.5%) and possession of weapons (22 → 15, -31.8%) suggests that some crime prevention measures — or seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic in certain areas — may have contributed to these decreases. However, the city remains 48% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a disparity that underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

July 2025 saw Gloucester's crime rate fall by 4.3% compared to June, declining from 12.6 to 12.0 per 1,000 residents. This slight reduction, while modest, is notable given the typically high crime volumes during the summer months. On a daily basis, the city recorded approximately 54 crimes per day in July — a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing their risk exposure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 83 residents, a monthly aggregate that illustrates the scale of crime in relation to Gloucester's population of 138,598. This rate is significantly higher than the UK average, which stands at 8.6 per 1,000, and suggests that residents may encounter crime at a higher frequency than the national norm. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the 4.3% monthly decrease, Gloucester remains a city where crime is a more pressing concern than in many other parts of the country. For instance, the 48% above UK average rate for violence and sexual offences means that residents face a higher risk in this category compared to the national average. This comparison highlights the importance of localised crime prevention strategies, particularly in areas with high concentrations of violent crime, such as the city centre and other densely populated zones.