Shipston-on-Stour Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Shipston-on-Stour, 3.9 crimes were reported in June 2023 — a rate 54.1% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly risk of roughly one crime for every 256 residents, a figure that puts the area well within the safer end of the UK spectrum. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.5% of total incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (21.7%) and anti-social behaviour (13.0%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes dominate the crime profile, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than national benchmarks. June, as the start of summer, may have influenced patterns: longer daylight hours could both increase opportunities for outdoor crime and reduce the likelihood of certain offences, such as burglary. However, the data shows a notable spike in criminal damage and arson, which may reflect seasonal activities or local events. The relatively low rate of violent crime — 42% below the UK average — could indicate a stable or tightly knit community, though this remains a hypothesis that requires further local context to confirm. With only 23 crimes reported overall, the area’s crime picture is one of sparse but concentrated incidents, likely influenced by its rural character and proximity to Stratford-on-Avon’s cultural and historical attractions.

June 2023 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) compared to the previous month. This jump, alongside a 100% rise in shoplifting and public order offences, suggests a shift in criminal focus toward property-related and disruptive acts. Anti-social behaviour, however, fell by 57.1% (from 7 to 3), possibly reflecting reduced community gatherings or a seasonal lull in alcohol-fuelled incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, but at 1.7 per 1,000 residents — 42% below the UK average — they were less prevalent than in many other areas. Criminal damage and arson in Shipston-on-Stour (0.9 per 1,000) were 41% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a localised risk that may be tied to the area’s built environment or seasonal activities. These fluctuations highlight the need for ongoing monitoring, particularly as June marks the start of increased outdoor activity and tourism in the region.

Shipston-on-Stour’s crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents in June 2023 represents a 15% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly one crime per day — a figure that, while measurable, remains far below the national average. Over the course of the month, the risk of being a victim of crime was approximately 1 in every 256 residents, a ratio that underscores the area’s relatively low exposure compared to UK-wide trends. When scaled to the local population of 5,884, this means only 23 crimes occurred across the entire community, a sparse distribution that contrasts with larger urban centres where crime tends to cluster. The area’s built-up status within Stratford-on-Avon may contribute to this pattern, as smaller communities often experience lower crime rates due to stronger social cohesion and higher visibility of public spaces. However, the increase in criminal damage and arson compared to May suggests that seasonal factors — such as increased foot traffic or events — could temporarily elevate specific categories of crime, even in areas with historically low overall rates.