Stroud Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Stroud during October 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences (267 incidents, 36.6% of total crimes) dominate, followed by anti-social behaviour (145, 19.9%) and public order offences (59, 8.1%). This pattern may partly reflect the area's mix of urban and rural characteristics, with community spaces and public venues contributing to anti-social activity. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents places Stroud 24.7% below the UK average, a gap consistent with the district's relatively low property crime rates and strong performance in categories like shoplifting and criminal damage. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween may have amplified public order incidents, though the absence of a sharp spike in property crimes suggests effective local policing or community engagement. The balance of violent crimes versus property crimes contrasts with many urban centres where property crimes often outnumber violence, indicating Stroud's unique social and geographic context. This mix of crime types highlights a community where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are more prominent than theft or burglary, a trend that may reflect Stroud's character as a commuter hub with a strong presence of older residents and mixed-use neighbourhoods.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories: possession of weapons (200% rise from 2 to 6 incidents), bicycle theft (100% rise from 3 to 6), and robbery (100% rise from 2 to 4). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, warrant attention given their steep percentage changes. Meanwhile, other crime (22 incidents) fell by 21.4% compared to the previous month, and vehicle crime dropped by 14.6% (from 41 to 35). The crime mix shifted slightly towards violence, with violent crimes (267) now accounting for a 36.6% share of total crimes, compared to property crimes (208, 28.5%). This violent-crime dominance is 21% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000), suggesting Stroud's policing strategies may be particularly effective in curbing such incidents. Shoplifting remains 37% below the UK average (0.4 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a figure that could reflect Stroud's retail environment, which may have fewer high-traffic commercial zones compared to larger urban areas. For residents, the 100% increase in bicycle thefts is a concrete data point worth noting, indicating a need for targeted measures in areas where cycling is common.

Stroud's crime rate in October 2025 (5.8 per 1,000) marks a 4.5% increase from the previous month's 5.6 per 1,000.7% below the UK average. This monthly exposure translates to 1 reported crime for every 172 residents over the course of the month, a figure that may feel abstract to individuals but provides context for local authorities planning resources. On a daily basis, Stroud experienced approximately 24 crimes per day in October, a rate that, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for consistent community engagement. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Stroud's crime profile is not only lower in absolute terms but also more balanced across categories compared to many regions. For instance, while violent crimes dominate in Stroud (36.6% of total), the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 21% higher (2.7 per 1,000 vs Stroud's 2.1). This suggests Stroud's approach to addressing interpersonal conflict may be more effective. monthly rise indicates ongoing challenges. The daily crime count, while manageable, remains a reminder that even lower overall rates require vigilance, particularly given the sharp increases in specific categories like bicycle theft and weapon possession.