Bridgnorth's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, 2.4% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while slightly lower than the national benchmark, masks stark variations in crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 40.4% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents—19% above the UK average. This spike aligns with August’s role as a peak holiday month, when transient populations and increased social activity may contribute to higher incidents of violence. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 19.2% of all crimes, while criminal damage and arson surged dramatically, rising from 1 to 8 cases. This category’s 13% above-average rate (0.7 per 1,000) could reflect seasonal neglect of properties during the summer. Meanwhile, bicycle theft emerged as a striking outlier, with a rate of 0.2 per 1,000 residents—122% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to Bridgnorth’s proximity to cycling routes or increased recreational use of bikes during warmer months. The area’s crime profile suggests a combination of seasonal tourism, local demographics, and infrastructure vulnerabilities. While property crimes remain a concern, the significant drop in shoplifting (86% below the UK average) highlights potential success in retail security measures during peak tourist periods. Bridgnorth’s data illustrates the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories like violence and bicycle theft, while also acknowledging the positive trends in reducing theft from the person and burglary.