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

Stratford-on-Avon's overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in August 2024 placed it 32.9% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects the area's unique demographic and geographic profile. As a historic town with a mix of rural and urban characteristics, Stratford-on-Avon's crime profile is shaped by its tourism-driven economy, local population density, and seasonal rhythms. The most common crimes reported in August were violence and sexual offences (30.6% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.4%) and shoplifting (9.9%). These figures align with the area's established patterns, where the town's historic sites and cultural attractions contribute to higher levels of public order incidents, while the presence of retail and hospitality sectors influences property-related crime. The seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month may have influenced some crime patterns — the 51.9% increase in shoplifting, which could be consistent with higher foot traffic in retail areas during the bank holiday period. However, the overall crime rate remained stable compared to previous months, suggesting that the area's crime management strategies have maintained effectiveness despite the usual seasonal fluctuations. The relatively low rate of burglary (4.8% of total crimes) contrasts with the UK average, due to the town's compact layout and the presence of historic buildings with strong security measures. While the violence rate remains 37% below the UK average, the 30.6% share of violent crimes in the total tally indicates that addressing non-property-related crime remains a priority for local authorities. The area's crime profile, therefore, illustrates a combination of local characteristics, seasonal influences, and the effectiveness of existing crime prevention measures.

August saw a notable 69.2% decrease in theft from the person, with incidents dropping from 13 to 4. This decline aligns with the seasonal pattern of reduced foot traffic in the town centre during late summer holidays. Conversely, shoplifting increased by 51.9%, rising from 52 to 79 incidents — a shift that may partly reflect the town's retail presence during the August bank holiday period. The category of 'other crime' also rose sharply by 66.7%, with reports jumping from 9 to 15. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, suggests a potential shift in crime patterns that warrants monitoring. Stratford-on-Avon's violent crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents remains 37% below the UK average, a consistent trend that highlights the area's generally lower levels of violent offences compared to national benchmarks. The 30.6% share of violent crimes in the total monthly tally underscores the persistent challenge of addressing non-property-related crime in the district.

Stratford-on-Avon's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a 7.6% decrease from July's 5.9 per 1,000. This marks the third consecutive month of decline, with the overall rate remaining 32.9% below the UK average. Locally, this translates to 26 crimes reported per day on average — a figure that, while consistent with the area's historic crime profile, remains lower than many comparable towns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 183 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area's relatively low crime environment. The population-scaled perspective shows that the 800 total crimes recorded in August represent 0.55% of the district's 146,258 residents, a proportion that has remained stable compared to previous months. This consistency suggests that the area's crime profile is not being significantly disrupted by seasonal fluctuations, despite August being a peak holiday month.