Charfield Crime Rate

Introduction to Charfield Crime Statistics

Charfield reports an overall crime rate of 60.1 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is lower than the UK average crime rate of 93.1 per 1,000, contributing to a strong Safety Score of 86 out of 100. However, the recent trend indicates that the crime rate is increasing sharply, having risen by 40.2% year-on-year. While Charfield remains statistically low-risk, the significant upward trend suggests that local authorities and residents must implement proactive measures to address the rising volume of crime.

Charfield Crime Type Analysis

Violence and sexual offences are the most dominant crime type in Charfield, accounting for 37.1% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 22.3 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common offence (20.3%, 12.2 per 1,000), followed by Public order offences (16.8%, 10.1 per 1,000).

The overall property crime rate in Charfield is very low at 13.9 per 1,000 people, significantly safer than the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. Property crime is largely composed of Other theft (9 crimes), Shoplifting (8 crimes), and Burglary (7 crimes). The low volume across all property categories suggests that residents face minimal risk of theft or break-ins. Despite the low volume, the high proportion of anti-social behaviour and public order offences means that community disruption, rather than property invasion, is the main local safety concern.

Charfield Crime Trends

Charfield has experienced a dramatically increasing crime trend over the last year, with an overall rise of 40.2% year-on-year. Monthly data shows extreme fluctuation, with rates generally low at the start of the period (2.1 to 5.5/1,000) before a significant spike in August (11.4/1,000). The high rate continued into October (6.7/1,000). This major annual increase, despite the overall low volume of crime, indicates a serious deterioration in the local safety environment, primarily driven by a surge in activity during the summer and autumn months.

How To Keep Safe in Charfield

The most prevalent crime in Charfield is Violence and sexual offences. However, Anti-social behaviour is the second most common offence, accounting for over 20% of all reported incidents.

1. Address Anti-social Behaviour: Given the high proportion of Anti-social behaviour and Public order offences, be proactive in reporting persistent nuisance activity to local police to ensure the issue is addressed before escalation.
2. Secure Rural Property: Although burglary is low (2.9 per 1,000), ensure that outbuildings, sheds, and garages are properly locked, as rural properties can be targeted for tools and equipment.
3. Prevent Opportunistic Theft: Theft from the person and shoplifting are present. Keep valuables secured and out of sight in public areas and vehicles.
4. Vehicle Security at Night: Vehicle crime is a risk at night. Always remove valuables and park in secure, well-lit areas to deter opportunistic thieves.

Crime Time Patterns

Crime activity in Charfield is highest during the afternoon and evening periods. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) is the busiest time, with theft accounting for 54% of incidents. The morning (6am-12pm) also reports high levels of theft (54%). In the evening (6pm-12am), 'Other' crimes (violence and anti-social behaviour) account for 37% of incidents, but burglary peaks significantly at 28%. The night period (12am-6am) presents the highest risk for property crime, with burglary (36%) and vehicle crime (28%) being the most prevalent offences, suggesting that properties are highly vulnerable when the area is dormant.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Charfield, with a crime rate of 60.1 per 1,000, is one of the more active settlements in its immediate vicinity, despite its small size. It reports a notably higher rate than the nearby urban area of Wickwar (41.5 per 1,000) and the community of Kingswood (Stroud) (38.8 per 1,000). Charfield’s rate is significantly higher than the rural areas of Tortworth Green and Townwell (both 0.0 per 1,000). The higher rate, particularly the significant annual increase, suggests that Charfield is experiencing localised issues that distinguish it from its quieter neighbours.

Proactive Protection for Charfield Homes

Charfield has an exceptionally low property crime rate of 13.9 per 1,000, but the alarming 40.2% annual increase in overall crime demands a shift towards proactive security. Traditional security measures are reactive; they notify you or record footage after a break-in has occurred, providing little comfort or prevention.

scOS, an AI-powered security operating system, offers definitive proactive protection. It is engineered to detect threats at the property boundary, using multi-camera intelligence to monitor the entire perimeter simultaneously. scOS learns typical routines and only alerts on genuine threats. When an intruder is identified, it triggers an autonomous response, such as activating lights and engaging speakers, destroying the element of surprise. This professional-grade deterrence signals to potential intruders, who often decide within 60 seconds, that the property is too high-risk, ensuring they move on.