Bidford-on-Avon Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 saw Bidford-on-Avon maintain a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 58.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This built-up area within Stratford-on-Avon, known for its historic charm and relatively low population density, continues to exhibit a crime profile significantly divergent from national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.8% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (13.0%) and vehicle crime (13.0%). These figures align with the area’s character as a semi-rural commuter hub, where limited nightlife and sparse commercial zones likely contribute to lower violent crime rates compared to urban centres. Seasonal factors may also play a role: the Easter period and milder spring weather typically correlate with increased outdoor activity, yet violent crime fell sharply compared to March, suggesting other mitigating factors at play. Property crime remains modest, with vehicle crime and criminal damage representing the most common non-violent incidents. The absence of significant theft or burglary trends contrasts with national patterns, where urban areas often see higher rates of these offences. This data underscores Bidford-on-Avon’s unique position as a low-crime community, where local demographics and geography likely interact with seasonal rhythms to shape crime outcomes.

April 2024 marked a notable decline in violent crime, with a 42.9% month-on-month reduction in violence and sexual offences, from 14 to 8 incidents. This decrease, coupled with a 50.0% drop in anti-social behaviour (from 6 to 3 cases), suggests a shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal changes or community initiatives. However, the data also reveals concerning increases in specific categories: possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), and burglary doubled (from 0 to 2 cases). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, warrant attention, as they may signal emerging risks or unreported trends. Violence and sexual offences in Bidford-on-Avon remain 57% below the UK average (1.1 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a disparity consistent with the area’s limited nightlife and low population density. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour is 67% below the UK average, highlighting the community’s relatively stable social environment. For residents, the most immediate insight is the sharp decline in violent crime, which could indicate effective policing or natural seasonal fluctuations. However, the increase in weapon possession—though isolated—raises questions about local enforcement priorities and potential gaps in reporting.

Compared to March 2024, Bidford-on-Avon’s crime rate fell by 28.2%, from 4.5 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline positions the area as one of the UK’s safest places, with a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 309 residents—a figure that dwarfs the UK average by over 50%. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day in April, a pace that, while not negligible, is starkly lower than the national average of 2.4 crimes per day. Scaling this to the local population, the 7,098 residents of Bidford-on-Avon faced a crime risk that was 58.4% below the UK average, a gap that reflects the area’s unique socioeconomic profile. As a commuter town with limited commercial hubs, Bidford-on-Avon’s crime picture differs from both densely populated urban centres and isolated rural regions. The monthly aggregate of 23 crimes—just 0.3% of the population—further illustrates the low baseline of criminal activity, which may be reinforced by strong community ties and a lack of high-risk environments like major transport nodes or nightlife districts. These comparisons underscore the area’s resilience to crime, even as isolated incidents like weapon possession highlight the need for continued vigilance.