Cam Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,519 residents, Cam recorded 26 crimes in February 2025 — a rate of 3.1 per 1,000 people, placing it 53.7% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This built-up area within Stroud appears to maintain a lower crime profile than the national average, though the data reveals a mixed picture across offence types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.2% of all crimes (12 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.4%) and public order offences (11.5%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of a small urban centre in winter: reduced outdoor activity may contribute to a lower incidence of property crimes, while indoor gatherings and limited daylight could explain the prominence of violent and anti-social incidents. The data also shows that Cam’s rate of violent crime is 40% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s likely character as a quieter, community-focused neighbourhood. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences compared to other areas may reflect local factors such as the proximity to nearby towns or the dynamics of a small population where incidents are more concentrated. February, a winter month with pre-spring lull, may have seen fewer outdoor crimes but higher indoor-related incidents, though this remains a tentative observation given the limited data.

February 2025 saw marked shifts in Cam’s crime mix, with violent crimes falling by 45.5% (from 22 to 12) — a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns or increased community engagement during colder months. Conversely, other theft, possession of weapons, and public order offences all rose by 100% compared to the previous month, though these increases were from very low baselines (zero to two or three cases). Cam’s rate of violence and sexual offences (1.4 per 1,000) remains 40% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 48% below the national figure. This contrast suggests that while certain categories are significantly underperforming relative to the UK, others — like public order offences — may still require closer attention, given their 9% shortfall compared to the UK average. Residents may find it useful to note that vehicle crime and burglary were both 46% and 63% below the UK average, respectively, indicating a lower risk of property-related incidents in this area. The absence of criminal damage and arson, which fell by 50% from the previous month, may be linked to the winter season and reduced outdoor activity.

Cam’s crime rate in February 2025 (3.1 per 1,000) marked a 25.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend that could signal improved local safety measures or seasonal factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day — a manageable frequency for a community of 8,519 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 328 residents, a figure that places Cam among the safer built-up areas in the UK. When compared to the UK average, Cam’s residents face a crime risk that is 53.7% lower, with violent crime rates particularly underperforming by 40% nationally. This comparison highlights the area’s relative success in maintaining low levels of serious offences, though the rise in public order and theft-related incidents suggests that targeted efforts may still be needed. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Cam’s crime burden is minimal — even with the spikes in certain categories, the absolute numbers remain low enough to avoid overwhelming local resources or residents. These statistics, when contextualised within the area’s built-up character and small population, suggest a balance between community cohesion and the challenges of managing a limited number of incidents effectively.