Stratford-on-Avon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 marked a continuation of Stratford-on-Avon’s generally low crime profile, with an overall rate of 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents—33.8% below the UK average. This figure reflects a long-standing trend for the district, which has historically maintained crime levels well beneath national benchmarks. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (31% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.1%) and vehicle crime (10%). The seasonal context of April, with its Easter celebrations and milder weather, likely influenced patterns of activity, particularly in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.6 per 1,000, were 39% below the UK average, a gap consistent with the area’s character as a relatively stable, affluent market town with strong community ties. Anti-social behaviour, while a significant portion of the total, remained 25% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement initiatives. Vehicle crime, however, stood out as an exception, being 32% above the UK average. This may be attributed to the town’s historic infrastructure, which includes narrow streets and limited off-street parking, potentially increasing opportunities for vehicle-related offences. The data also highlights a notable gap in theft from the person, with rates 100% below the UK average—likely a result of Stratford-on-Avon’s lower tourist density compared to coastal or major urban areas. These patterns illustrate the interplay between geography, demographics, and seasonal factors in shaping the local crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in April 2025 was the 175% increase in possession of weapons, rising from four to 11 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, raises questions about local factors such as seasonal gatherings or temporary disruptions in community policing. Concurrently, public order offences jumped by 35.8%, potentially linked to the Easter period and increased foot traffic in town centres. In contrast, burglary and robbery rates fell sharply—by 53.6% and 66.7% respectively—possibly reflecting seasonal patterns or improved security measures. Vehicle crime, which remains 32% above the UK average at 0.5 per 1,000, shows no significant change, underscoring the persistent challenge of motor vehicle-related offences in the area. For residents, the 100% rise in bicycle theft—though from a low base—may signal a need for heightened awareness during the spring months.

April 2025 saw a 4.0% decrease in Stratford-on-Avon’s crime rate compared to March, dropping from 5.3 to 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This follows a pattern of slight seasonal declines typically observed in spring, though the pace of reduction this month was modest. Daily crime figures remained consistent with recent months, averaging 25 crimes per day across the district. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 197 residents—a figure that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to the local population. Stratford-on-Avon’s population of 146,258 means that the monthly exposure rate, while low compared to UK averages, still reflects the need for community vigilance. The drop in burglary and robbery rates—by 53.6% and 66.7% respectively—may partly explain the overall decline, though the increase in possession of weapons and public order offences suggests evolving challenges in specific areas of the town.