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

The crime profile in Stratford-on-Avon during June 2025 reveals a striking imbalance between property and violent crime, with the latter dominating at 33.8% of all reported incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes account for 27% of the total, suggesting a local factor influencing this disparity. The overall crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 24.7% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect both effective policing and the area’s unique socio-economic profile. As a historic town with a strong tourism industry, Stratford-on-Avon’s crime patterns are likely shaped by seasonal rhythms—June, the start of summer, sees increased foot traffic and events that could contribute to higher violent crime rates. However, the lower-than-average rates for property crimes, particularly shoplifting (68% below UK average) and burglary (29% below), indicate that local initiatives or environmental factors may be deterring such offences. The dominance of violent crime, despite the overall lower rate, raises questions about community dynamics. The town’s mix of residential areas and tourist attractions may create situations where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to escalate. This could be compounded by the presence of public spaces that, while vibrant, may also see higher concentrations of alcohol-related incidents or disputes. The seasonal context of June—longer days and the beginning of the summer tourist season—likely plays a role in these patterns, with more people in the area increasing opportunities for crime. Yet, the stability in the overall rate compared to the previous month suggests that any seasonal effects are being managed through consistent policing or community engagement efforts. The data also highlights a peculiar trend: while violent crime is higher than property crime, the absolute numbers for property offences remain relatively low, especially in categories like bicycle theft (100% below UK average) and theft from the person. This may be partly explained by Stratford-on-Avon’s character as a relatively safe, well-maintained town with a strong sense of community, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such hypotheses. The balance between violent and property crime in June 2025 thus presents a paradox: a lower overall rate coexisting with a higher proportion of violent incidents, a dynamic that warrants closer examination of both local crime prevention strategies and the socio-economic factors shaping the area.

June 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+76.2%) and public order offences (+59.6%), both of which rose well above their UK averages. Vehicle crime, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, was 35% higher than the UK average, potentially linked to increased tourism and summer travel. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 46.7% to 24 incidents, the lowest recorded figure in the dataset, possibly reflecting seasonal retail patterns or effective local policing. Violent crimes, while remaining the largest category at 33.8% of total incidents, were 27% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This stark contrast with property crime rates—where burglary and shoplifting dropped—suggests a combination of local demographics and crime dynamics. Residents may find the 66.7% reduction in theft from the person (from 3 to 1 incident) particularly reassuring, though the 63% UK shortfall in drug-related crimes raises questions about local enforcement priorities.

The crime rate in Stratford-on-Avon remained stable in June 2025, matching the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 30 reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents for residents and visitors alike. When scaled to population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 163 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local characteristics. The area’s population of 146,258 means that even small fluctuations in specific crime categories can have measurable impacts on community safety. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with notable shifts in individual crime types, particularly in vehicle crime and public order offences, which may reflect seasonal or event-driven factors.