Stroud Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Stroud's crime rate in April 2023 remained well below the UK average, sitting at 4.6 per 1,000 residents—38.7% lower than the national figure of 7.5 per 1,000. This continued trend of relative safety aligns with the area's character as a predominantly rural district with a strong community presence, though the rise in certain crime types suggests evolving challenges. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 40.5% of all reported incidents, while anti-social behaviour (16.5%) and public order offences (13.2%) followed closely. These figures contrast sharply with UK averages, with Stroud's rates for anti-social behaviour, public order, and criminal damage all falling below national benchmarks by margins exceeding 25%. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the onset of spring—likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may have influenced the distribution of crimes. While violent crime remains the most common category, the significant underperformance of Stroud compared to the UK in property-related offences (such as burglary and shoplifting) indicates a unique local dynamic. The area's low crime rates, particularly in theft and vehicle crime, suggest that factors such as community engagement and local policing may be playing a role in maintaining safety. However, the rise in vehicle crime and public order offences highlights areas where further attention could be warranted, especially as the weather improves and outdoor activity increases.

April 2023 saw a sharp 71.4% increase in vehicle crime, with incidents rising from 14 to 24. This surge may partly explain the rise in public order offences, which jumped by 52.0% to 76 cases. While violent crime remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.5% of all reported crimes, it was 27% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour (16.5% of total crimes) and criminal damage (6.8%) were both significantly below UK rates, with anti-social behaviour 32% lower than the national average. The 50% drop in theft from the person—falling from 2 to 1—suggests a possible seasonal reduction in opportunistic crimes, though this contrasted with the sharp rise in vehicle-related incidents. Residents should be particularly vigilant around parked vehicles, given the steep increase in this category.

Stroud's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 6.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.9 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a slight improvement in local safety, though the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 19 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 219 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of crime in Stroud compared to other areas. When considering the population of 125,680, this monthly exposure statistic underscores the area's position as one of the safer local authority districts in the UK. While the overall rate has fallen, the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in public order offences—warrants attention from residents and local authorities alike.