Dursley Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Dursley during March 2025 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent crime, with over a third of all incidents falling under this category—significantly higher than the UK average. This contrasts with the national trend, where property crimes typically constitute the largest share. The balance between violent and property crimes suggests a unique dynamic in this built-up area, possibly influenced by its location within Stroud and the characteristics of its population. Violence and sexual offences (22 cases) account for 38.6% of total crimes, while anti-social behaviour (8 cases) and shoplifting (7 cases) follow closely. This mix may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where public order issues and personal disputes could intersect. Seasonal factors also play a role: with the transition to spring, longer evenings may have increased opportunities for both violent and property crimes. However, the overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 remains slightly below the UK average of 7.8, indicating that local policing or community factors may be contributing to a relatively stable environment. The UK average for violence (2.7 per 1,000) is 10% lower than Dursley’s rate, highlighting a local concern that may require targeted interventions. Meanwhile, categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are below UK averages, suggesting that certain aspects of Dursley’s social fabric may be more orderly than the national picture. This nuanced profile underscores the importance of contextual analysis rather than broad generalisations.

March 2025 saw sharp spikes in shoplifting (+133%) and possession of weapons (+100%), with 7 and 2 incidents respectively—both significantly above UK averages. These increases, though modest in absolute terms, suggest shifts in local activity, possibly linked to the transition into spring and longer evenings. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 46.7% (from 15 to 8), and other theft fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), indicating a possible seasonal dip in disorderly incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (38.6% of total crimes), with their rate (3.0 per 1,000) 10% above the UK average. This imbalance between violent and property crimes contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes typically dominate. A resident might find the 329% increase in possession of weapons particularly concerning. The drop in drugs-related offences (50%) also suggests a potential shift in local priorities or policing focus.

Dursley’s crime rate in March 2025 rose 3.7% from February’s 7.4 per 1,000 to 7.7 per 1,000, a modest but notable increase. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported daily across the built-up area’s population of 7,453. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 131 residents—a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small size and dense population. Comparing this to the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, Dursley remains just 1.3% below, a narrow margin that suggests local factors may be balancing broader national trends. The daily crime count, while small, highlights the importance of consistent policing in maintaining low-level incidents. For residents, this means the likelihood of encountering crime remains low, but vigilance is still required, particularly in areas where shoplifting or public order offences have spiked. The monthly exposure figure also underscores that crime, while infrequent, is not absent—a reminder that even small communities must remain attentive to local patterns.