Stroud Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 125,680, Stroud recorded 763 crimes in June 2024, translating to 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 25.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, marking Stroud as one of the safer areas in the country. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (34.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.0%) and criminal damage and arson (8.9%). These figures align with Stroud’s character as a largely rural district with a mix of urban and semi-rural communities, where property crime rates are typically lower than in densely populated cities. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may influence crime patterns, though Stroud’s relatively low rates suggest that factors such as community cohesion, local policing strategies, and the area’s geographic isolation likely contribute to this trend. Violence and sexual offences, while still significant, remain 24% below the UK average, potentially reflecting effective community engagement initiatives or the absence of high-risk environments like major nightlife hubs. Anti-social behaviour, another key category, is 7% below the UK average, linked to Stroud’s lower population density and fewer commercial centres compared to urban areas. The data also shows that shoplifting and bicycle theft are low—68% and 100% below UK averages respectively—highlighting the impact of local retail security measures and the lower presence of high-traffic cycling corridors.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to May, with drug offenses surging by 72.7% (11 to 19 cases). This increase, though still modest in absolute terms, could signal emerging local challenges or seasonal factors influencing substance-related activity. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 25.9% (27 to 20), due to heightened retail security measures or the absence of major shopping events during the month. Robbery also decreased by 33.3% (3 to 2), a trend consistent with broader UK reductions in violent crime. The breakdown of crime types reveals Stroud’s distinct profile: violence and sexual offences remain 24% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 7% below. Bicycle theft is 100% below the UK average, which may reflect Stroud’s lower cycling infrastructure or effective local enforcement targeting theft from parked bikes. For residents, the sharp rise in drug offenses could indicate a need for targeted community support programs, though the overall crime rate remains stable compared to the previous month. The shift in crime mix—violent crimes accounting for 34.2% of total incidents—suggests a balance between property and personal safety concerns, with property crimes (including burglary and vehicle crime) making up the remaining 65.8%.

Stroud’s crime rate in June 2024 remained stable at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major spikes or dips in criminal activity during the transition from May to June. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 25 crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualized within Stroud’s population of 125,680. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 165 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores Stroud’s relative safety compared to other areas, particularly when considering the UK’s overall rate of 8.2 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area’s effectiveness in managing crime: for every 1,000 residents, Stroud experiences 6.1 crimes, compared to 8.2 in the UK as a whole. This discrepancy may be attributed to Stroud’s rural-urban mix, where community policing and lower population density can mitigate crime. The daily crime count, while a useful metric for residents, should not be compared to national figures, as no UK-wide daily crime rate is provided. Instead, the monthly exposure rate offers a clearer picture of how crime impacts the average resident, reinforcing the notion that Stroud’s crime profile remains distinct from larger, more densely populated regions.