Dursley Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dursley's September 2025 crime picture reveals a combination of seasonal and local factors. The area's overall crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents—24.3% below the UK average—contrasts with notable spikes in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences (17 cases) dominated, accounting for 40.5% of all crimes, a figure that, while higher than the UK proportion, remains 11% below the national rate. This suggests Dursley's policing may be more effective in addressing violent crime.3 per 1,000 rate for this category highlights the need for continued vigilance. The sharp increase in 'other crime' (4 cases, up 300%)—a broad category encompassing unclassified offences—raises questions about unreported or under-recorded incidents. September's back-to-school period and university freshers' week likely contributed to the higher proportion of violent crimes, as seen in other university towns during term starts. Anti-social behaviour (7 cases) fell 23% below the UK average, possibly reflecting community initiatives or seasonal patterns in public activity. However, the 300% rise in 'other crime' and the 100% increase in burglary and weapon possession suggest emerging risks that require targeted attention. The area's built-up nature within Stroud, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, may also play a role in these trends, though further analysis is needed to confirm this. Residents should remain aware of the increased 'other crime' category and the higher-than-average violent crime proportion, even as Dursley continues to perform better than the UK average overall.

September 2025 saw a 300% surge in 'other crime'—a category encompassing non-specific offences—jumping from 1 to 4 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary and possession of weapons, indicates emerging patterns requiring vigilance. While violence and sexual offences (17 cases) remained the most frequent category, their rate of 2.3 per 1,000 was 11% below the UK average, suggesting Dursley's policing may be more effective in this area. Anti-social behaviour (7 cases) also fell 23% below the UK average, but the sharp increase in 'other crime'—which includes unclassified incidents—raises concerns. Residents should note that 40.5% of crimes were violent, a higher proportion than the UK average, potentially linked to the influx of students during freshers' week. The 66.7% drop in public order offences, however, may reflect improved community engagement or seasonal changes in public activity.

Dursley's crime rate in September 2025 rose 20.0% from 4.7 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents compared to August, marking the first monthly increase since early 2025. This shift raises questions about local factors influencing crime patterns during the back-to-school period. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with typical seasonal fluctuations in built-up areas. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-177 residents highlights that most residents remain unaffected, though the increase in certain categories warrants attention. This monthly aggregate does not account for day-night variations, which may reveal more pronounced trends in specific crime types. The contrast with the UK average—where Dursley remains 24.3% below the national rate—suggests localised factors are shaping outcomes rather than broad national trends.