Stroud Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Stroud's overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents placed the area 32.4% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects the district's broader safety profile. The crime mix revealed a striking dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 38.6% of all incidents, compared to property crimes at 160 (13.4% of total). This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts or public order issues, potentially linked to Stroud's character as a mixed urban-rural area with a strong community presence. Seasonal factors appear to play a role in shaping these patterns, with shorter days and post-holiday dynamics likely contributing to reduced retail activity and a corresponding drop in property crimes like shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000). However, the rise in drug-related crimes (+160%) and violent offences (221 total) indicates that certain challenges persist, possibly tied to local demographics or economic conditions. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) suggest that Stroud's rural and semi-rural areas may experience fewer targeted thefts, a pattern consistent with lower population density and higher visibility in open spaces. These findings highlight a combination of seasonal rhythms, community dynamics, and localized crime drivers that will require ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained safety improvements.

Violent crimes accounted for 38.6% of all incidents in January 2026, significantly outpacing property crimes at 160 incidents. This imbalance suggests a shift in criminal activity, with violence and sexual offences remaining 28% below the UK average despite their dominance in Stroud. Drug-related crimes surged by 160% compared to December, jumping from 10 to 26 incidents. This sharp increase may reflect post-holiday patterns or heightened illicit activity during colder months. Conversely, burglary and anti-social behaviour both declined, with burglary falling by 15.8% and anti-social behaviour dropping 10.2%, potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity during shorter days. Residents should be aware that shoplifting incidents rose by 65.4%, indicating a need for vigilance in retail areas during this period.

Stroud's crime rate in January 2026 rose 6.3% from December's 4.3 per 1,000 to 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Daily crime figures show 18 incidents reported each day, a local metric that highlights the persistent presence of crime in the area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 219 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to population size. This rate, while lower than the UK average, suggests that Stroud's population faces a slightly higher risk compared to the national context. The increase in drug-related crimes (+160%) and shoplifting (+65.4%) contrasts with declines in burglary (-15.8%) and anti-social behaviour (-10.2%), indicating a shift in criminal activity patterns that may warrant closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.