Alcester Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Alcester during July 2025, 9.5 crimes were reported—a rate 10.5% higher than the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 106 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which made up 44.6% of all reported incidents (25 cases). This category alone was 38% above the UK average, with 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents compared to the national average of 3.0. Anti-social behaviour followed at 14.3% (8 cases), while other theft (5 cases) and shoplifting (4 cases) contributed to the pattern. Seasonal factors likely play a role: July, as a peak summer month with schools closed and tourism at its height, may have increased opportunities for incidents in public spaces. The area’s character as a historic built-up area within Stratford-on-Avon—with a mix of local amenities, visitor attractions, and community hubs—may explain the concentration of violent crimes in public settings. However, the absence of significant increases in property crime (only 16 cases overall) suggests that localised factors, rather than broad spatial patterns, may be influencing the data. The relatively low rate of burglary (1 case) and the drop in vehicle crime (from 12 to 3 cases) could reflect seasonal shifts in activity, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in certain crime types, including other theft (150% rise from 2 to 5 cases) and shoplifting (100% increase from 0 to 4 cases), which may be linked to the summer tourist season and increased foot traffic in retail areas. Possession of weapons also surged by 100% (from 0 to 2 cases), a category that was 275% above the UK average. These spikes contrast with declines in vehicle crime (75% drop from 12 to 3 cases) and drugs-related offences (66.7% decrease from 3 to 1 case), which could reflect reduced vehicle movement during the summer months or changes in illicit activity patterns. The violent crime category remains higher than the UK average, with 25 cases (4.2 per 1,000 residents) compared to the national 3.0 per 1,000. Residents should be aware that violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half of all incidents, a figure that may be amplified by the area’s seasonal rhythms and the presence of festivals or events that draw crowds. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, was 10% below the UK average, due to local community initiatives or policing efforts that have mitigated some incidents. The data also highlights a 28% increase in vehicle crime above the UK average, suggesting that local transport hubs or parking areas may remain vulnerable despite the overall decline.

Alcester’s crime rate in July 2025 rose by 14.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 8.3 to 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. This increase translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that may seem more frequent to residents than the national average suggests. On a monthly basis, the rate means that over the course of July, one resident in every 106 experienced a reported crime—a context that helps quantify risk in relatable terms. The population of 5,919 residents means that each crime has a measurable impact on the community, particularly given the concentration of violent offences. While the overall rate exceeds the UK average, certain categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were below national figures, indicating that not all crime types are following the same trajectory. The contrast between rising violent crime and falling vehicle crime also highlights the combination of local factors and seasonal influences. Residents may find it useful to note that despite the increase, the rate of burglary (1 case) remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that local security measures or property density may be contributing to this trend. The data underscores the importance of understanding crime patterns through a lens that combines local context with national benchmarks, allowing for a more nuanced view of safety in Alcester.