Thornbury Crime Rate

Introduction to Thornbury Crime Statistics

Thornbury reports an overall crime rate of 63.8 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is noticeably lower than the UK average crime rate of 93.1 per 1,000, contributing to a strong Safety Score of 84 out of 100. However, the recent trend indicates that the crime rate is increasing, having risen by 5.8% year-on-year. While Thornbury remains a statistically low-risk area, the upward trend suggests that vigilance is necessary to prevent further increases.

Thornbury Crime Type Analysis

Violence and sexual offences are the most dominant crime type in Thornbury, accounting for 44.9% of all reported incidents, equating to 28.7 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common offence (16.2%, 10.3 per 1,000), followed by Public order offences (10.7%, 6.8 per 1,000).

The overall property crime rate in Thornbury is very low at 14.2 per 1,000 people, significantly safer than the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. Property crime is primarily composed of Criminal damage and arson (53 crimes), Other theft (51 crimes), and Shoplifting (44 crimes). The minimal rates of Burglary (30 crimes, 2.2 per 1,000) and particularly low Vehicle crime (10 crimes, 0.7 per 1,000) suggest that homeowners and vehicle owners face a low risk of serious property invasion. The focus for property protection should be on preventing criminal damage and opportunistic theft.

Thornbury Crime Trends

Thornbury has experienced an increasing crime trend over the last year, with an overall rise of 5.8% year-on-year. Monthly data shows fluctuation, with crime rates generally lower at the start of the period in December (4.0/1,000) and February (4.5/1,000). Rates saw a notable surge during the summer months, peaking in June (7.3/1,000) and remaining elevated through October (6.5/1,000). This upward trend, particularly the summer peak, indicates that local authorities and residents should monitor crime patterns closely to mitigate future increases.

How To Keep Safe in Thornbury

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crimes reported in Thornbury, accounting for nearly 45% of all incidents. Residents should prioritise personal safety in public spaces.

1. Be Aware of Surroundings: Maintain high situational awareness, especially in the town centre during peak hours and evenings, where Public order and Anti-social behaviour offences are more likely.
2. Secure Commercial Areas: Shoplifting is one of the main property issues. Businesses should ensure goods are secured and staff are vigilant against opportunistic theft.
3. Prevent Criminal Damage: Criminal damage is a significant property crime. Report vandalism immediately and ensure residential and commercial properties have good lighting and clear sightlines to deter offenders.
4. Residential Security: Although burglary is low (2.2 per 1,000), ensure all doors and windows are locked, particularly during peak property crime hours in the afternoon and evening.

Crime Time Patterns

Crime activity in Thornbury is consistently present throughout the day, with peaks in the afternoon and evening. The afternoon period (12pm-6pm) is dominated by theft, accounting for half of all incidents, often linked to commercial areas. The morning period (6am-12pm) also reports high levels of theft (50%). In the evening (6pm-12am), the focus shifts significantly towards 'Other' crimes (including violence and anti-social behaviour), which make up 54% of activity. The night period (12am-6am) sees the highest concentration of burglary (28%) and 'Other' crimes (44%), suggesting that while property crime is low overall, it is most likely to occur in the early hours.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Thornbury maintains a relatively low crime rate of 63.8 per 1,000, positioning it as a safe community within the region. It reports a slightly higher rate than its neighbour Alveston (51.1 per 1,000). However, Thornbury is significantly higher than the surrounding rural areas of Tytherington, Rudgeway, and Oldbury-on-Severn (all 0.0 per 1,000). This comparison confirms Thornbury as the main urban centre in this northern cluster, experiencing moderate crime levels typical of a market town, but still maintaining an excellent safety profile compared to the national average.

Proactive Protection for Thornbury Homes

With a property crime rate of just 14.2 per 1,000, Thornbury is generally safe, but the 5.8% annual increase in overall crime warrants attention to security. Standard security solutions are reactive, only recording the crime after a break-in has occurred, which is too late to prevent loss or damage.

For definitive protection, homeowners should consider proactive, AI-powered systems like scOS. This professional-grade solution prevents crime by detecting threats at the property boundary. Using advanced multi-camera intelligence, scOS identifies genuine threats, ignoring routine movements. When an intruder is detected, it triggers an autonomous response—activating lights and speakers—to destroy the element of surprise. This immediate, visible deterrence makes the property too high-risk for potential burglars, ensuring they move on quickly, often within the critical 60-second window.