Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 6,676, the 53 crimes recorded in August 2025 equate to 7.9 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook 2.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate, while slightly lower than the national figure, reveals a distinct pattern in the types of crimes reported. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34% of total crimes (18 cases), followed by shoplifting (18.9%) and anti-social behaviour (17%). These figures align with the area's seasonal dynamics, as August marks a peak holiday period. While tourism typically boosts local economies, it may also contribute to shifts in crime profiles, such as the sharp rise in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. The lower rate of violent crime compared to the UK average could reflect the area's character as a smaller, more tightly knit community, where social cohesion might deter certain types of offences. However, the significant spike in shoplifting—138% above the UK average—raises questions about retail vulnerabilities, particularly in high-traffic areas during the summer months. This contrast between property and violent crime trends underscores the combination of local factors and national averages in shaping the area's crime picture.

August 2025 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 350% (from 2 to 9 cases) and other crime increasing by 300% (from 1 to 4 cases). These sharp rises, alongside a 233% increase in shoplifting (3 to 10 cases), highlight a shift in the crime mix. While violent crime fell by 37.9% (from 29 to 18 cases), this decline may be partly explained by the seasonal nature of August, when holidaymakers and tourists could temporarily reduce the local population density. Shoplifting's 138% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) suggests a particular vulnerability in retail environments, exacerbated by the influx of visitors. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 case), linked to fewer cars on the road during the summer holidays. The area's property crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) remained slightly below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000), but shoplifting's disproportionate rise indicates a need for targeted interventions in commercial zones. Residents may find the 350% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as it suggests a potential escalation in community tensions or disturbances during peak tourist periods.

The crime rate in August 2025 (7.9 per 1,000) remained stable compared to the previous month, with no change in the overall figure. This consistency is notable given the seasonal fluctuations typically observed in crime data. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. Monthly, this translates to 1 reported crime for every 126 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. When viewed through the lens of the area's population of 6,676, the 53 crimes recorded represent a relatively low level of activity compared to larger urban centres. However, the sharp divergence in specific categories—such as shoplifting's 138% above the UK average—illustrates how localised factors can skew national trends. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the volatility in individual crime types, suggesting that while the area's broader crime profile remains consistent, targeted issues may require closer attention. For residents, the 1-in-126 monthly exposure figure offers a clear metric to gauge personal risk, though the disparity in specific crime categories highlights the need for nuanced understanding of local dynamics.