Cam Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw Cam, a built-up area within Stroud, experience a sharp rise in violent crime despite maintaining a crime rate significantly below the UK average. The overall crime rate stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 45.7% reduction compared to the national average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure, however, masks a troubling trend: violence and sexual offences accounted for 53.1% of all reported crimes, a stark contrast to the 22% UK average for this category. The seasonal context of December—characterised by extended dark evenings, heightened social activity around Christmas, and the potential for empty homes during holiday periods—likely contributes to this spike. While property crimes remained low (5 incidents, or 15.6% of total crimes), the dominance of violent crime suggests a shift in criminal behaviour patterns during the festive season. The area’s relatively low crime rate overall may reflect its compact, community-focused nature, yet the increase in violent incidents underscores the need for vigilance, particularly in public spaces and during late-night hours. Anti-social behaviour also remained a concern, though it fell 14% below the UK average. The data highlights the combination of seasonal factors and local demographics, with Cam’s small, densely populated character potentially amplifying the impact of isolated incidents.

The most alarming development in December 2025 was a 54.5% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 11 to 17 incidents. This surge, though still 22% below the UK average for the category, represents a significant departure from the previous month’s trend. The drop in public order offences (75% decrease) and criminal damage and arson (75% decrease) may be linked to holiday-related disruptions, such as reduced foot traffic in public spaces or fewer opportunities for vandalism during the Christmas period. Vehicle crime also fell sharply by 66.7%, from 3 to 1 incident, possibly due to fewer vehicles on the road during the festive season. However, the sharp rise in violent crime contrasts with these declines, indicating a shift in criminal focus. Residents should be particularly alert to incidents involving personal safety, with 17 violent crimes representing over half of all reported crimes. The area’s violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) remains lower than the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), but the month-on-month increase warrants attention. For context, anti-social behaviour—though 14% below the UK average—remained the second most common category, suggesting ongoing challenges in community cohesion. These findings highlight the need for targeted measures to address the root causes of the recent spike in violence.

December 2025 marked a 15.7% decrease in Cam’s crime rate compared to November, with the overall rate falling from 4.5 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline, however, does not fully offset the month-on-month surge in violent crime. On a daily basis, Cam experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a small built-up area. Monthly exposure to crime in Cam translates to one reported crime for every 266 residents, a statistic that, while modest, underscores the impact of individual incidents in a tightly knit community. When compared to the UK average, Cam’s performance is striking: its crime rate is 45.7% below the national figure, with violent crime 22% below the UK average and vehicle crime 73% below. These disparities may be attributed to Cam’s compact size and strong community networks, which could deter certain types of crime. However, the recent increase in violent offences suggests that local factors—such as the seasonal dynamics of December—can temporarily disrupt even the most favourable crime profiles. The contrast between Cam’s overall safety and its specific vulnerabilities highlights the importance of context in interpreting crime statistics.