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

In September 2023, Bidford-on-Avon maintained a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents, 38.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a slight 2.9% increase from the previous month, remains a testament to the area’s relatively low crime profile. The crime mix in the area is dominated by violence and sexual offences (31.4% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (22.9%), with property crimes accounting for 14.3% of the total. This balance between violent and property crimes may reflect the area’s character as a small, built-up community within Stratford-on-Avon, where social interactions and local events could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal offences. Seasonal factors also play a role, as September marks the return of students and the start of the academic year, increasing social activity and associated risks. However, the area’s violent crime rate is 42% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community measures. Property crimes, while lower than violent offences, include vehicle crime, which rose sharply by 400% compared to the previous month. This surge may be linked to increased vehicle movement during the back-to-school period or other seasonal factors. Overall, the crime profile of Bidford-on-Avon in September 2023 illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and broader regional trends, with the area continuing to perform significantly better than the UK average in most categories.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 400% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one incident to five. This surge, while unexplained by the data, contrasts sharply with an 80% decrease in public order offences, which fell from five to one. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent crimes (11) outnumbering property crimes (14) for the first time in recent months. Vehicle crime in Bidford-on-Avon exceeded the UK average by 46%, a figure that may reflect local factors such as parking patterns or seasonal traffic. Meanwhile, violent crimes were 42% below the UK average, suggesting a safer environment for residents despite the seasonal influx of students and freshers. For locals, the most immediate concern is the sharp rise in vehicle crime, which could indicate increased vehicle-related activity or targeted thefts during the back-to-school period.

The crime rate in Bidford-on-Avon for September 2023 rose slightly to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a 2.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.8. This small upward trend, however, remains well below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day in September, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 203 residents, a statistic that provides context for local residents assessing their personal risk. This figure is particularly notable when compared to the UK-wide monthly exposure, which is not available here but would likely be significantly higher given the area’s overall lower crime rate. The population context further highlights how Bidford-on-Avon’s crime profile is shaped by its smaller size and likely lower population density compared to larger urban centres.