Shipston-on-Stour Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,884, 23 crimes in July 2025 equate to a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents — 54.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This small built-up area within Stratford-on-Avon, known for its historic charm and tourism, saw anti-social behaviour (39.1% of total crimes) as the most common category, followed by violence and sexual offences (30.4%) and vehicle crime (13.0%). The seasonal context of July, with schools out and tourism in full swing, likely contributes to patterns seen in the data. Anti-social behaviour, often linked to increased foot traffic and public events, may reflect the area’s character as a hub for leisure and community gatherings. Meanwhile, the sharp drop in violent crime compared to the UK average (61% below) could indicate effective local policing or a generally low-risk environment. Vehicle crime, though lower than the UK average for other theft (9% below), rose 28.6% from the previous month, due to higher numbers of temporary visitors or increased vehicle presence during the summer. The overall picture suggests a community where crime is infrequent but not absent, with seasonal factors playing a key role in shaping monthly trends.

July 2025 saw a 200% increase in vehicle crime, jumping from one to three incidents — the largest month-on-month rise in any category. This surge, while still below the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), may reflect increased car usage during the summer or the presence of tourists unfamiliar with local parking practices. Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from zero to three cases, a trend that could be linked to the influx of visitors during peak tourist season. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75% compared to June, likely due to the absence of school holidays or reduced outdoor activity during the month. Violence and sexual offences, though still the second-most reported category, dropped by 63.2% from 19 to seven incidents — a decline that may be attributed to the local community’s relatively low baseline for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, while up 28.6% from seven to nine cases, remains 3% below the UK average (1.6 per 1,000), suggesting that while localised tensions may arise, they are managed effectively. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns in a small, tourist-oriented area, where seasonal and demographic factors can rapidly influence reporting rates.

The crime rate in July 2025 (3.9 per 1,000) marks a 36.1% decrease from June’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant drop in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, Shipston-on-Stour recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day month — a figure that, while non-zero, underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the local population, this means that over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for every 256 residents. For someone living in the area, this equates to a low likelihood of being directly affected by crime, though the rise in vehicle-related incidents serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance in car-related matters. The population context further reinforces that, despite the absolute number of crimes (23), the scale of the community makes these incidents statistically rare. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face a crime rate nearly double that of Shipston-on-Stour. The combination of low crime rates, a manageable daily frequency, and a population-scaled perspective illustrates a place where crime is not a dominant feature of daily life — a rarity in many parts of the country.