Stratford-on-Avon Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Stratford-on-Avon’s crime rate in February 2026 was 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 28.1% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This performance reflects the area’s character as a historic market town with a blend of rural and urban influences, where crime patterns often diverge from larger cities. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 34.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.7%) and shoplifting (6.9%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the lower overall crime rate compared to busier periods. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests that local factors, such as the town’s mix of tourism and residential populations, could contribute to these trends. While shoplifting and vehicle crime remain below UK averages, the presence of anti-social behaviour slightly above the national rate indicates areas for targeted intervention. Stratford-on-Avon’s data also highlights a 48% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, linked to the town’s retail presence and proactive security measures in high streets. The winter lull in outdoor activity may have reduced opportunities for crimes like bicycle theft, which fell by 75% compared to previous months, though this could also reflect seasonal variations in offender activity. These patterns illustrate the interplay between local demographics, geography, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime dynamics.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with vehicle crime rising by 29.2% (24 to 31 incidents) and theft from the person increasing by 50% (2 to 3). These rises may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased vehicle usage during colder weather or targeted opportunistic crimes in residential areas. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), a decline consistent with the winter lull in outdoor activity typical of the area. Stratford-on-Avon’s performance on specific categories also stood out: violence and sexual offences occurred at 1.6 per 1,000, 31% below the UK average, suggesting effective community engagement or policing in this area. However, anti-social behaviour remained slightly above the UK average (1.0 vs 0.9 per 1,000), indicating a persistent challenge in managing public order. For residents, the 48% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000) may provide reassurance about local retail security measures.

Stratford-on-Avon’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a 6.5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in the area, where winter months often see a reduction in outdoor-related crimes. On a daily basis, 24 crimes were reported over the 28 days of February, translating to a manageable frequency for the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 216 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the town’s population of 146,258. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the comparison highlights Stratford-on-Avon’s consistent performance in maintaining a safer environment than the national benchmark. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that the area’s crime levels remain proportionally lower, suggesting effective local policing strategies or community factors that mitigate risk.