Stroud Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stroud’s crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 24.3% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.4. This performance positions Stroud as one of the safer local authority districts in England, a trend consistent with its historical position relative to national averages. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.9% of all reported incidents (251 cases), though this rate (2.0 per 1,000) was 22% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, comprising 21.0% of total crimes (147 cases), with a marginal 3% excess compared to the national rate. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to universities and schools—likely contributed to the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour, as evenings in Stroud’s town centre may have seen increased social activity. Property crimes represented only 29.8% of all incidents (208 cases), with shoplifting and burglary rates significantly below the UK average (34% and 29% deficits, respectively). This suggests that Stroud’s crime profile is less dominated by theft-related offences than the national picture, potentially reflecting a combination of strong community policing, lower retail turnover, and the area’s semi-rural character. The overall crime rate’s stability—down just 1.9% from August—indicates a resilient system in managing criminal activity, though the rise in vehicle crime and other unspecified offences points to areas requiring further attention.

September saw a 70.8% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 24 to 41 incidents. This surge may reflect heightened traffic during the school term or increased activity in Stroud’s commercial zones. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 84.6% (13 to 2), a stark reduction that could indicate successful policing efforts or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Other crime also rose sharply, up 64.7% to 28 cases, suggesting emerging issues that warrant closer monitoring. Anti-social behaviour, though still the second most common crime type (21.0% of total), remained slightly above the UK average (1.2 vs 1.2 per 1,000). The significant drop in bicycle theft (75.0% decrease) aligns with the start of the academic year, as students may have returned to secure storage solutions. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns in Stroud, influenced by both local initiatives and broader seasonal trends.

Stroud's crime rate for September 2025 remained stable at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 1.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7. This minor fluctuation suggests a broadly consistent crime picture across the district. On a daily basis, 23 crimes were reported each day in September, a figure that, while local to Stroud, provides context for residents to gauge the frequency of incidents in their daily lives. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 180 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relative safety of the area compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 125,680, Stroud’s crime profile reflects a balance between low-level anti-social behaviour and more serious violent offences, but the overall rate remains below the UK average. This stability, combined with the area’s demographic characteristics, reinforces the notion that Stroud’s crime profile is shaped by its mix of rural and semi-urban environments, where community cohesion may play a role in moderating more severe incidents.