Cam Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cam’s crime rate in December 2024 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure 59.2% below the UK average of 7.1. This performance, which places the area among the safest in the country, was driven by a combination of factors, including a strong reduction in anti-social behaviour and a sustained decline in property-related offences. Violent crimes, however, accounted for 56% of all incidents, with 14 reported cases. While this share is significantly lower than the UK average of 38% for violent crimes, the concentration of violent incidents in Cam may reflect local characteristics such as the area’s built-up nature and proximity to Stroud’s urban core, where social interactions are more frequent. The seasonal context of December—marked by long nights, Christmas shopping, and holiday celebrations—may have contributed to the persistence of violent crime. Property crimes, at 8 incidents, were fewer than violent offences, with theft and burglary each accounting for 8% of the total. This imbalance suggests that personal safety, rather than property protection, is the primary concern for residents. The UK average for violent crimes is 2.6 per 1,000, yet Cam’s rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 38% below, illustrating the area’s relative success in mitigating violence. However, the 67% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average—a category where Cam’s rate is 0.1 per 1,000—raises questions about localized factors that may require further investigation. The low overall crime rate, combined with the seasonal context, indicates that Cam’s safety profile is largely resilient, though residents should remain aware of the potential for spikes in specific categories such as weapons-related incidents.

December 2024 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, with one incident reported after none in November. This spike, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in local dynamics that may require further monitoring. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 50%, from two to three incidents, suggesting increased activity in property-related offences. Violent crimes accounted for 56% of all reported incidents, a figure that is 38% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrast with the UK highlights Cam’s relative safety, though the rise in possession of weapons—a category where Cam is 67% above the UK average—points to an outlier concern. The 75% decrease in anti-social behaviour, from eight to two incidents, aligns with broader seasonal trends, as holiday periods often see reduced public disorder due to more controlled social environments. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly around incidents involving weapons and property damage, which may be linked to seasonal factors such as dark evenings and increased foot traffic during the festive season.

Cam's crime rate in December 2024 dropped 30.7% from 4.2 to 2.9 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a sustained decline in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that underscores the relatively low level of criminal activity compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population, this equates to roughly one reported crime for every 341 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that highlights the rarity of incidents in Cam relative to the broader UK context. While the overall trend is downward, the increase in possession of weapons and criminal damage and arson suggests localized pressures that may warrant closer attention from local authorities. These shifts, though modest in scale, contrast with the broader decline and indicate areas where targeted interventions could be beneficial. The low crime rate, combined with the reduction in anti-social behaviour, suggests that community-focused policing and environmental measures may be contributing to the area’s improving safety profile.