Stroud Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stroud’s crime rate for November 2025 stands at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 24.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.3. This figure reflects a largely rural district with a mix of urban centres and open countryside, where crime patterns often align with seasonal rhythms. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.6%) and criminal damage and arson (6.7%). These figures are consistent with November’s seasonal context, which includes darker evenings, Bonfire Night events, and the peak of Black Friday shopping activity. The lower-than-average rate for violent crime may partly explain the relatively calm public order statistics, though anti-social behaviour remains a notable concern. Property crime, while lower than the UK average for most categories, shows a 33% increase in burglary compared to national figures, suggesting localized factors may be influencing this category. The seasonal transition to shorter days and colder weather may also contribute to the rise in criminal damage and arson, linked to increased use of fire for warmth in rural areas.

November 2025 saw the most dramatic month-on-month change in theft from the person, which doubled from zero to one incident—a 100% increase. This spike, though statistically small, highlights the potential impact of Black Friday shopping activity on retail environments. Burglary also rose sharply by 40.6%, jumping from 32 to 45 incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns of home occupancy or targeted property crime in specific neighbourhoods. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 83.3%, declining from six to one incident, likely tied to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Vehicle crime fell by 37.1% (35 to 22), possibly influenced by shorter evenings and fewer opportunities for opportunistic theft. Violence and sexual offences remained 18% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be attributed to Stroud’s lower population density and community-focused policing efforts. Shoplifting in Stroud was 52% below the UK average, a figure that could be explained by the area’s mix of independent retail and lower foot traffic compared to major urban centres.

Stroud’s November crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents represents a 5.9% decrease from October’s 5.8, indicating a slight but sustained trend towards lower crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 23 crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the overall rate in relatable terms for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 183 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many comparable urban areas. When viewed through the lens of population size, Stroud’s 125,680 residents experience crime at a pace that is both manageable and below the UK average. The 33% increase in burglary compared to the UK average, however, suggests localized vulnerabilities that may warrant further attention. This contrast between Stroud’s generally low crime profile and specific categories above the national average illustrates the nuanced nature of local crime patterns, where demographic and geographic factors play a decisive role in shaping outcomes.