Stroud Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stroud's crime rate for September 2025 remains significantly lower than the UK average, standing at 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents—24.3% below the national figure of 7.4. This marks a consistent trend for the area, which has historically reported crime rates below the UK average. The most prevalent crime types in September were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.0%) and other theft (6.7%). These figures align with Stroud's character as a mixed rural-urban district with a strong community presence, which may contribute to lower rates of property crime and public disorder compared to larger cities. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data: the transition into autumn, with back-to-school and university freshers' week underway, may have heightened incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour in local areas. However, the overall crime rate remains stable, suggesting that local initiatives or geographic factors—such as Stroud's relatively low population density and community policing efforts—likely play a role in maintaining this lower-than-average profile. The data also highlights a notable absence of theft from the person and vehicle crime rates, which are both significantly below UK averages, reflecting the area's lower tourist footfall compared to coastal or urban centres.

September 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime increasing by 70.8% compared to the previous month, rising from 24 to 41 incidents. This jump may be linked to seasonal shifts, as increased weekend activity and university-related traffic could have created more opportunities for vehicle-related crimes. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped sharply by 84.6% (from 13 to 2), indicating a reduction in incidents during the transition to autumn or improved enforcement in areas where such crimes are typically reported. Other crime also rose by 64.7% (17 to 28), suggesting a broadening of criminal activity beyond the most common categories. Meanwhile, burglary increased by 44.4% (18 to 26), a rise that could be tied to the timing of school and university term starts, when homes may be temporarily unoccupied. In contrast, bicycle theft and robbery both fell by 75% and 50% respectively, due to the end of summer holidays and reduced outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, remained 22% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect Stroud's lower population density and community-focused policing strategies. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both seasonal rhythms and geographic characteristics.

Stroud's crime rate in September 2025 (5.6 per 1,000) was stable compared to the previous month's rate of 5.7, indicating no significant month-on-month change. However, this rate remains lower than the UK average, with the area's overall crime profile continuing to diverge from national trends. On a daily basis, Stroud recorded approximately 23 crimes per day in September, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 180 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—while not drastically different from other areas—suggests that residents of Stroud face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average. The local population of 125,680 further contextualises these figures, with the crime rate per capita remaining well below the national benchmark. This contrast is particularly evident in categories such as shoplifting and public order offences, where Stroud's rates are 34% and 44% below UK averages respectively. The area's lower crime rates may be partly attributed to its mix of rural and semi-urban environments, which tend to have less concentrated populations and fewer high-risk areas compared to major cities. While some categories—such as vehicle crime—showed upward trends, the overall stability of the rate reinforces Stroud's position as a relatively safe area within the UK's broader crime profile.