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

December 2025 saw Stratford-on-Avon maintain a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure 37.1% below the UK average. This performance underscores the town’s position as a relatively safe historic market town, where tourism and cultural heritage intersect with local policing efforts. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37% of all recorded incidents, a rate 37% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This lower violent crime rate may reflect the town’s compact geography and strong community engagement, which likely contribute to a more visible and responsive policing presence. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 17.7% of total crimes, with a rate 14% below the UK average. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the temporary absence of students and tourists—may have influenced these patterns. While the town’s retail and cultural hubs typically drive shoplifting and public order offences, December’s data shows a 47% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, due to increased security measures in stores and a focus on holiday retail compliance. The overall crime picture for Stratford-on-Avon remains shaped by its unique character: a historic town with a strong sense of community, where local initiatives and seasonal rhythms likely play a role in maintaining lower-than-average crime rates.

December 2025 saw a 25% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 8 to 10 incidents—a shift that contrasts with the area’s typical low rates for this category. This rise, though modest, may reflect heightened social activity during the festive season, including increased gatherings and extended trading hours in local shops. Conversely, theft from the person dropped by 75%, from 4 to 1 incidents, a trend consistent with heightened security measures and fewer crowds during holiday periods. Stratford’s violent crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 (37% below the UK average) remains lower than the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000, highlighting the town’s success in managing public safety despite its popularity as a tourist destination. Vehicle crime also fell sharply by 42.1%, from 57 to 33, likely due to reduced parking congestion and increased use of private transport during the Christmas shopping period.

Stratford-on-Avon's December 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents marks an 18.1% decrease from the previous month’s 5.4 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as Christmas holidays often see reduced foot traffic in retail and nightlife areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 21 crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the town’s population density and the impact of festive closures. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 227 residents—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. This monthly exposure figure underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly when compared to larger urban centres. The population context further highlights that Stratford’s crime profile is shaped by its character as a historic market town with a focus on tourism and cultural events, which may contribute to lower rates of vehicle crime and theft from the person during peak holiday periods.