Stroud Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stroud’s August 2025 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places it 29.6% below the UK average, a sustained gap that reflects the area’s character as a largely rural district with a mix of historic market town charm and modern residential communities. The most prevalent crime category, violence and sexual offences (34.9% of all incidents), remains significantly below the UK average at 2.0 per 1,000, a figure that may be influenced by Stroud’s lower population density and strong community networks. Anti-social behaviour (25.5%) and criminal damage (7.0%) follow as the next most common categories, though both also fall below national averages. Seasonal context plays a clear role: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees fluctuations in crime patterns. While tourism may increase vulnerability to certain crimes (such as theft from the person), Stroud’s lower rates in this category (0.1 per 1,000) suggest effective local deterrents. Conversely, the rise in possession of weapons and bicycle theft may be linked to summer-specific factors, such as increased outdoor activity or changes in local enforcement priorities. The area’s crime profile thus illustrates a combination of geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms, with Stroud’s lower overall rate likely stemming from a combination of proactive policing, community engagement, and the physical layout of its residential and commercial zones.

August 2025 saw sharp increases in possession of weapons (+333.3%) and bicycle theft (+140.0%), though these remain low in absolute terms (13 and 12 incidents respectively). Conversely, public order offences fell by 38.2% (from 55 to 34), possibly reflecting reduced summer crowds in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.0 per 1,000, remain 30% below the UK average, suggesting Stroud’s community-focused policing model may be effective in mitigating such crimes. The drop in robbery by 33.3% (from 6 to 4) contrasts with the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, illustrating a local trend that defies national patterns. For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person — though only one incident — underscores the need for vigilance in high-traffic areas during peak tourist hours.

Stroud's crime rate in August 2025 fell by 9.3% compared to July 2025, dropping from 6.3 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as August typically sees reduced public activity in non-tourist areas. Daily crime counts averaged 23 incidents per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical August patterns, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 176 residents — a rate that, when scaled to Stroud’s population of 125,680, translates to a relatively low monthly exposure compared to similarly sized areas. The population context further highlights the disparity: Stroud’s crime rate is 29.6% below the UK average, suggesting systemic factors such as community engagement or infrastructure design may contribute to sustained lower rates. However, this aggregate figure masks variations in specific crime categories, which require closer examination in other sections.