Cam Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cam's crime rate in October 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 44.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked disparity underscores the area's consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks, though the month's data reveals distinct patterns within this overall trend. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 50% of all reported incidents — a proportion significantly higher than other categories. This focus on violent crime, while notable, still places Cam 18% below the UK average for this type of offence, suggesting effective local policing or community factors that mitigate more severe incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed with 21.1% of total crimes, again well below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000 (30% lower). The seasonal context of October, with its shorter daylight hours and Halloween activities, likely influenced patterns in shoplifting and public order offences, though these remain far below national levels. The data also highlights a stark contrast between property crimes and violent crimes: while shoplifting and criminal damage saw notable increases, burglary and robbery remained minimal, reflecting Cam's built-up character and possibly its focus on retail and residential areas rather than high-risk commercial hubs. These figures align with Cam's status as a relatively small, low-density built-up area within Stroud, where community cohesion and local infrastructure may contribute to its sustained security record.

October 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+100%) and robbery (+100%), with three incidents of each type reported. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with a 58.3% rise in violence and sexual offences, which now account for 50% of total crimes — a significant share but still 18% below the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 80% (from 5 to 1) and burglary dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), indicating potential success in targeted prevention efforts. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 30% compared to the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and community-specific dynamics, with Halloween and shorter daylight hours likely contributing to the rise in shoplifting and violent incidents.

Cam's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 15.2% compared to September's 3.9 per 1,000, marking the first increase in the year. While this suggests a slight uptick in local activity, the daily crime count remains low at approximately one crime per day, a figure that aligns with the area's historically stable security profile. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 224 residents — a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to Cam's population of 8,519. This monthly exposure rate, though modest, reflects the area's consistent performance compared to broader UK trends. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Cam's crime levels remain far below the UK average, with 44.4% fewer incidents per 1,000 residents. This contrast highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement, even as seasonal factors like darker evenings and Halloween potentially influence minor fluctuations.