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

Stratford-on-Avon's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 29.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance, while historically consistent, highlights the combination of the area's character as a historic market town and tourist destination and the seasonal dynamics of the month. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (35.9%), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.7%) and vehicle crime (7.3%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the start of the academic year—may contribute to these patterns, as increased foot traffic and the presence of university freshers could heighten opportunities for certain types of crime. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Stratford-on-Avon is 26% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the town's relatively low levels of nightlife activity compared to larger urban centres. However, the sharp rise in robbery and bicycle theft, both of which saw 100% increases, underscores the need for heightened awareness in areas with high student populations. These trends align with broader patterns seen in similar towns, where the influx of new residents and visitors can temporarily disrupt local crime dynamics. The lower overall crime rate may also be influenced by the town's compact layout, which facilitates quicker police response times and community monitoring. As the month progresses into cooler weather, the shift in outdoor activity and the reduction in daylight hours may further influence crime patterns, particularly for offences linked to public spaces.

September 2025 saw a stark rise in robbery, bicycle theft, and theft from the person, with robbery increasing by 150% compared to the previous month. These spikes, though small in absolute numbers, may partly explain the shift in crime mix, as violent offences now account for 35.9% of all reported crimes, up from earlier in the year. The rate of violence and sexual offences in the area is 26% below the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the sharp increase in certain categories. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent concern, contributing 22.7% of all crimes, though its rate aligns closely with the UK average. Meanwhile, decreases in criminal damage and arson—down 30.4%—suggest seasonal factors may be influencing patterns, linked to the end of summer events. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas frequented by students and tourists, given the rise in theft-related crimes.

Stratford-on-Avon's crime rate in September 2025 fell to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, an 8.7% decrease from the previous month's 5.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area 29.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a consistent trend over recent months. Locally, the monthly exposure figure shows one reported crime occurred for every 192 residents, a measure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the population. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 25 crimes per day in September, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains a reminder of the need for vigilance. The drop in overall crime rate contrasts with the increase in certain categories, such as robbery, which rose sharply. This divergence highlights the importance of examining specific crime types rather than relying solely on aggregate figures. The population context further underscores that, despite the lower rate, the impact of individual incidents is felt across the community, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or student populations.