Thornbury Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Thornbury’s August 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places it 45.7% below the UK average, underscoring its status as a relatively safe built-up area. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (25 incidents, 41% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (9 incidents, 14.8%) and public order offences (9 incidents, 14.8%). These figures suggest a combination of local demographics and seasonal patterns, with the summer holiday period likely contributing to the mix of violent and disorderly incidents. Thornbury’s lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and shoplifting may reflect the area’s community-oriented character, though the sharp rise in other theft and shoplifting—both up 400% from July—signals a need for closer attention to retail and commercial spaces. The seasonal context of August, as a peak holiday month, may have influenced these trends, with increased tourism driving both opportunities for theft and the presence of transient populations. While violent crime saw a notable decline, the persistent presence of public order offences at a rate 21% above the UK average highlights ongoing challenges in managing disorderly conduct. The overall crime rate remains low, but the specific increases in theft-related crimes suggest targeted efforts may be needed to address vulnerabilities in Thornbury’s commercial and residential sectors.

August 2025 saw sharp increases in other theft and shoplifting, both surging by 400% compared to July. This jump from one to five incidents in each category raises concerns about targeted activity in local businesses and retail areas. Violent crime, however, dropped by 26.5%, with the number of violence and sexual offences falling from 34 to 25. This decline may partly reflect seasonal factors, as August is typically a quieter month for violent incidents compared to the summer’s peak. Public order offences also decreased by 18.2%, though this category still exceeded the UK average by 21%. Anti-social behaviour remained significantly below the UK average, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—52% lower than the national benchmark. Residents should remain vigilant in areas experiencing the sharp rise in theft-related crimes, particularly as August marks a peak holiday period that may heighten risks in unoccupied properties.

Thornbury's crime rate in August 2025 fell by 7.6% compared to July, dropping from 4.7 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader trends in the area, though the monthly exposure figure remains a key indicator for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 228 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of two crimes reported each day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity within the local population. With Thornbury’s population at 13,915, this translates to a manageable level of crime relative to the size of the community, though the sharp increases in specific categories warrant attention. The comparison to the UK average further underscores Thornbury’s position as a safer area, but the month-on-month fluctuations suggest local factors may be influencing specific crime types, particularly in the retail and public spaces.