Bidford-on-Avon Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 saw Bidford-on-Avon maintain a stable crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 (34.7% lower). This figure reflects a consistent pattern for the built-up area within Stratford-on-Avon, where low population density and rural-adjacent character likely contribute to the lower-than-average rate. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (22.9% of total) and violence and sexual offences (22.9%), both of which remain well below UK averages. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.1 per 1,000, was 7% below the UK average, potentially linked to the area’s quieter, community-focused environment. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.1 per 1,000, were 58% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement in this small town. Property crimes, including burglary (0.9 per 1,000), made up 32.9% of total crimes, with burglary rates 200% above the UK average. This anomaly may relate to the area’s proximity to Stratford-on-Avon’s historical sites, which could attract transient populations or create opportunities for targeted offences. Seasonal factors in April—Easter celebrations, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced crime patterns. The balance between property and violent crimes highlights a mixed picture, with property crimes high compared to the UK but violent crimes low. This contrast suggests the need for targeted interventions in property crime prevention while maintaining current efforts in community safety.

April 2023 witnessed notable shifts in crime types, with theft from the person rising 100% (0 to 1 incident) and burglary increasing 100% (0 to 6 incidents). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging trends warranting closer attention. Conversely, vehicle crime fell 75% (from 4 to 1), possibly due to reduced motorist activity during Easter or improved parking security in local areas. Violence and sexual offences also dropped 42.9% (from 14 to 8), aligning with the area’s consistently low violent crime profile. Burglary, however, stood out as the only crime category significantly above the UK average (200% higher), despite its relatively small share of total crimes (17.1%). This discrepancy could reflect the area’s unique characteristics—such as historic properties with potential security vulnerabilities or transient populations accessing nearby attractions. For residents, the 75% drop in vehicle crime offers a concrete example of how seasonal factors might influence local crime patterns, with Easter-related travel disruptions deterring vehicle-related offences. The 100% increase in theft from the person, though limited to one incident, underscores the importance of personal vigilance during public events or crowded areas in the town centre.

April 2023 maintained the same crime rate as March 2023 (4.9 per 1,000), indicating no significant month-on-month change in overall safety. This stability is reflected in the daily crime context, where an average of 1 crime occurred per day across the built-up area’s 7,098 residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 203 residents, a figure that provides a tangible sense of risk for local households. When compared to the UK average, Bidford-on-Avon’s monthly exposure to crime remains markedly lower—residents are 34.7% less likely to experience crime than the national average. However, the population-scaled perspective reveals a nuanced picture: while violent crimes are exceptionally low (58% below the UK average), property crimes like burglary are high (200% above the UK average). This contrast highlights the need for targeted strategies that address specific vulnerabilities in the area. For context, the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 implies that a resident in a typical UK area faces a 1-in-133 chance of experiencing crime monthly, whereas in Bidford-on-Avon, the equivalent risk is 1-in-203. This difference, while statistically significant, may feel less tangible to residents due to the small number of incidents, reinforcing the importance of maintaining community-focused crime prevention initiatives.