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 — a rate 25.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This volume equates to roughly one reported crime for every 165 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity in a town with a mix of rural and urban characteristics. The crime profile reveals a striking dominance of violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.0%) and criminal damage and arson (8.9%). These patterns align with Stroud’s identity as a largely rural district with significant urban centres, where social tensions and property-related disputes may contribute to the higher proportion of violent crime. Seasonal factors also play a role: June marks the beginning of summer, a period when increased outdoor activity and tourism may heighten the visibility of anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the data also shows lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (68% below UK levels) and vehicle crime (11% below), reflecting the area’s lower population density and fewer high-traffic retail zones compared to major cities. The relatively low rate of burglary (equal to the UK average) suggests that residential properties in Stroud may benefit from robust security measures or community vigilance.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with drug-related offences surging by 72.7% (11 to 19 incidents) — a stark increase that may reflect heightened drug activity during the summer months or changes in policing priorities. Theft from the person rose by 50.0% (2 to 3 incidents), a small but significant jump that could indicate increased foot traffic in public spaces or targeted opportunistic crimes. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 25.9% (27 to 20 incidents), due to improved retail security measures or a seasonal dip in tourist-related theft. The crime mix also shows a clear distinction from the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 24% below the national rate, while other crime (theft, fraud, etc.) is 25% above — a paradox that may stem from Stroud’s unique demographic profile. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 21.0% of all crimes, is 7% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be mitigating some forms of disorder. Meanwhile, the exceptionally low rates for bicycle theft (100% below the UK average) and possession of weapons (100% below) could point to effective policing in high-risk areas or a generally lower incidence of weapon-related crime in the district.

Stroud’s crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents in June 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a negligible -0.3% change. This consistency suggests that local policing strategies and community interventions may be maintaining a steady baseline of crime prevention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 25 crimes per day — a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualised within Stroud’s population size and geographic spread. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a ratio that is significantly lower than the UK average when considering the overall crime rate. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk for residents: living in Stroud means a 1-in-165 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime over the course of a month. When compared to the UK average, Stroud’s lower rates for shoplifting and vehicle crime highlight the area’s distinct characteristics — potentially fewer commercial hubs or better-secured public transport systems. However, the higher-than-average rate of 'other crime' (25% above UK levels) raises questions about unclassified or niche criminal activities that may require further investigation. These figures collectively illustrate a community with effective crime prevention mechanisms, but one that still faces challenges in certain areas of law enforcement.