Gloucester Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw Gloucester's overall crime rate reach 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.5% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This elevated rate, while concerning, was accompanied by a 5.8% month-on-month decline from the previous month's 11.0 per 1,000, suggesting some progress in local crime prevention efforts. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 36.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.1%) and shoplifting (9.9%). These figures align with Gloucester's character as a mid-sized urban centre with a mix of historical landmarks, commercial districts, and residential areas. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days, Bonfire Night, and the tail end of Black Friday shopping—likely contributed to increased shoplifting activity, while the colder weather may have influenced the rise in burglary. However, the city's violent crime rate remains high, with violence and sexual offences 48% above the UK average. This divergence may be linked to Gloucester's population demographics, including a significant student population and the presence of multiple educational institutions, which can sometimes correlate with higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. Despite these challenges, the month-on-month decrease in public order offences and other theft suggests that targeted interventions, such as increased police presence during peak shopping periods or community outreach programs, may be yielding some benefits.

The most significant month-on-month decrease occurred in public order offences, which fell by 24.2% to 97 incidents, potentially reflecting the impact of local policing initiatives or seasonal changes in community activity. Conversely, burglary rates surged by 62.9% to 57 cases, a sharp increase that may be linked to colder weather driving more home-based crimes. Robbery also rose by 25.9% to 34 incidents, a trend that contrasts with the UK average, where robbery rates are 173% below Gloucester's level. Drug-related offences dropped by 25.7% to 26 cases, due to targeted enforcement during the month. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences account for 36.7% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 48%. This stark divergence underscores the need for focused strategies to address violent crime in Gloucester, particularly as the city's population density and social dynamics may contribute to higher rates of such offences.

Gloucester's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 5.8% compared to the previous month, marking a notable downward trend despite remaining 42.5% above the UK average. This decline aligns with a reduction in public order offences, which dropped by 24.2% to 97 incidents, and other theft, which fell by 23.1% to 80 cases. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 48 reported crimes per day, a figure that translates to one in every 96 residents experiencing a crime over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric underscores the persistent challenge of crime in Gloucester, even as local efforts may be yielding incremental progress. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate is elevated, the month-on-month reduction suggests targeted interventions or seasonal factors—such as the end of Black Friday shopping—could be contributing to this shift. However, the daily crime count remains a stark reminder of the frequency with which residents encounter crime, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or commercial activity.