Dursley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dursley's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 7.9 per 1,000, placing it 2.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. The balance between property and violent crimes is a defining feature of this month's data: property crimes (18) narrowly outnumbered violent crimes (17), a shift from earlier in the year. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (28.8% of total crimes), fell by 29.2% from the previous month's 24 cases to 17, potentially reflecting the start of summer holidays reducing late-night activity in some areas. Anti-social behaviour (14 cases, 23.7% of total crimes) and shoplifting (8 cases, 13.6% of total) dominated the crime mix, with both significantly above UK averages. Anti-social behaviour was 34% higher than the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, while shoplifting was 75% above the national rate of 0.6 per 1,000. These figures may be linked to Dursley's built-up character, where high foot traffic in commercial areas and the proximity to Stroud's broader urban network could contribute to such trends. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of summer and longer daylight hours—may have influenced crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity altering the dynamics of public space crimes. However, the drop in violent crimes could also indicate a seasonal lull, with fewer incidents occurring as the local community transitions into summer rhythms.

June 2025 saw a 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, with incidents rising from 2 to 5, suggesting a possible link to summer activities or outdoor events. This spike contrasts with a 29.2% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 24 to 17. The shift in crime mix is striking: property crimes (18) now slightly outpace violent crimes (17), a reversal from earlier in the year. Anti-social behaviour, at 14 cases, remains 34% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, while shoplifting (8 cases) is 75% above the national rate of 0.6 per 1,000. These figures highlight areas where local policing might need to focus, particularly in high-footfall zones. For residents, the 75% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average underscores the need for vigilance in retail areas during the summer months.

Dursley's crime rate in June 2025 rose 7.3% from the previous month's 7.4 per 1,000 to 7.9 per 1,000, remaining 2.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This slight upward trend contrasts with the area's overall position relative to national figures. Locally, 2 crimes were reported per day on average in June, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 126 residents, highlighting the scale of exposure for the population of 7,453. While this monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which is not provided here, the localised nature of Dursley's crime profile suggests that community-specific factors—such as the built-up area's density and retail presence—play a significant role in shaping crime patterns. The increase in property crimes compared to violent offences in June may reflect seasonal shifts, with warmer weather and extended daylight hours potentially altering the dynamics of criminal activity in public spaces.