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

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bidford-on-Avon’s crime profile in August 2024, accounting for nearly 30% of reported incidents. This category, alongside anti-social behaviour, forms the core of the area’s crime picture, reflecting patterns consistent with a small, built-up town within Stratford-on-Avon’s rural context. The overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents places Bidford-on-Avon 36.6% below the UK average of 8.2, a gap that may partly explain the area’s relatively low exposure to property crimes compared to larger urban centres. August, a peak holiday month, typically sees shifts in local demographics due to tourism and seasonal house vacancies, which could contribute to the 3.2% increase in violent crime compared to July. However, the absence of significant spikes in property-related offences—such as burglary or vehicle crime—suggests that community policing efforts or the area’s compact nature may act as deterrents. Anti-social behaviour, while 11% above the UK average, remains concentrated in specific neighbourhoods, a trend often observed in areas with mixed-use developments or transient populations. The crime mix here contrasts with national patterns, where property crime typically dominates, underscoring the influence of local factors such as Bidford’s proximity to Stratford’s cultural attractions and its role as a commuter hub for nearby towns.

August 2024 saw a 100% increase in robbery, with one incident reported compared to none in July, a shift that may reflect heightened activity in retail areas during holiday weekends. Anti-social behaviour rose by 37.5%, reaching 11 incidents, which aligns with seasonal patterns of increased foot traffic and social gatherings. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 50%, from two to one incident, potentially linked to reduced car theft opportunities during summer months when vehicles are more likely to be parked in secure locations. The category of 'other crime' also increased by 50%, rising to three incidents—a figure 150% above the UK average. This category’s ambiguity may mask issues such as unclassified incidents or emerging local concerns. Violent crime, though not explicitly trending upwards, remains the largest single category, with 11 incidents (29.7% of total crimes), 41% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be attributed to Bidford’s smaller population and lower density, factors that often correlate with reduced rates of serious violence. Criminal damage and arson fell by 25%, from four to three incidents, a decline consistent with the season’s lower likelihood of vandalism during warmer weather.

The crime rate in Bidford-on-Avon for August 2024 (5.2 per 1,000) rose 2.8% from the previous month’s rate of 5.1, reflecting minor fluctuations in local activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, a figure that places the area in stark contrast to larger urban centres where monthly exposure rates are typically higher. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a low frequency that may be attributed to the town’s compact size and community-oriented policing. When scaled to population, the 37 total crimes reported in August represent a manageable burden for a community of 7,098 residents, though the 11% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour suggests targeted interventions may be needed. The 36.6% gap between Bidford’s crime rate and the UK average highlights the area’s relative safety, a position likely reinforced by its rural-urban hybrid character—offering the amenities of a built-up area without the crime pressures of major cities. This context also explains why property crime remains significantly below national levels, with burglary and vehicle crime both falling below the UK average despite the seasonal risk of empty homes during August.