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

Violence and sexual offences dominate Stratford-on-Avon’s crime profile in May 2025, accounting for 33.6% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, remains 29% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, a consistent pattern that may reflect the area’s socio-economic profile and community cohesion. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 23% of total crimes, a figure that aligns with the town’s mix of residential and tourist activity. The overall crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000—24.7% below the UK average—positions Stratford-on-Avon as a relatively safe local authority, though the rise in specific categories like criminal damage and arson (up 143.2%) indicates potential challenges in maintaining public order. May’s seasonal context, with extended evenings and bank holidays, likely contributes to increased outdoor socialising and associated risks, particularly in areas frequented by tourists and residents alike. The balance between property and violent crime remains fairly even, with property crimes (299) and violent crimes (299) each making up nearly a third of the total. This equilibrium may be influenced by the town’s historic character and the presence of both permanent residents and transient visitors. While Stratford-on-Avon’s crime profile is generally lower than the national average, the month’s data highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing rising incidents, such as bicycle theft and robbery, which could be linked to increased foot traffic and seasonal events.

May 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, most bicycle theft, which rose by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents). This spike aligns with the seasonal context of longer evenings and increased outdoor activity, potentially linked to the town’s tourism and historic attractions. Robbery also rose by 150% (2 to 5), a figure that, while small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vigilance or reporting during bank holidays. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 43.2% (74 to 42), due to reduced traffic or targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, though still a significant category (23% of total crimes), fell by 34.7% compared to April, suggesting a temporary decline in disruptive incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.0 per 1,000, remain 29% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be influenced by Stratford-on-Avon’s relatively stable community environment. These fluctuations highlight the need for tailored strategies to address emerging risks while maintaining the area’s overall safety record.

Stratford-on-Avon’s crime rate in May 2025 rose by 19.7% compared to April’s 5.1 per 1,000, reaching 6.1 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, 29 crimes were reported each day in May, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. With a population of 146,258, the monthly exposure figure translates to a manageable risk level for most households. However, the rise in certain categories, such as criminal damage and arson, suggests potential pressures on community infrastructure or public spaces that warrant attention. The comparison to the UK average—where Stratford-on-Avon remains 24.7% below the national rate—underscores the area’s generally lower crime profile, though the month-on-month increase indicates a need for continued monitoring of local trends.