Stonehouse (Stroud) Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Stonehouse (Stroud) maintained a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents, 26.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s position as one of the safer built-up areas within Stroud, a largely rural district with a mix of historic town centres and green spaces. The crime profile revealed a near-even split between violent and property crimes, with 16 incidents of violence and sexual offences and 15 property-related offences recorded. This balance may reflect the area’s character as a commuter town with a blend of local amenities and seasonal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32% of all crimes, slightly below the UK average for this category, while anti-social behaviour made up 26% of incidents, marginally above the national rate. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism—likely influenced patterns, with shoplifting and public order offences rising amid increased foot traffic. However, the overall stability in crime rates, despite fluctuations in specific categories, suggests a resilient local environment. The relatively low crime rate, combined with the area’s proximity to Stroud’s larger urban centre, may indicate that residents benefit from both the tranquillity of rural living and the infrastructure of a nearby town. This dynamic is consistent with other areas in the UK where seasonal tourism and local retail hubs contribute to temporary spikes in certain crime types.

July 2024 saw a sharp 200% increase in 'other crime' incidents, rising from 1 to 3, alongside a 100% rise in public order offences and a 100% jump in shoplifting reports. This shift contrasts with a 77.8% decline in criminal damage and arson, which fell from 9 to 2, suggesting seasonal or situational factors may have influenced property-related crime. The balance between property and violent crime remained closely matched, with 15 property crimes and 16 violent crimes reported, reflecting a dynamic that may indicate overlapping community concerns. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.0 per 1,000, were 30% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 10% above the national rate. Residents may find the 100% increase in shoplifting, which now accounts for 14% of all crimes, particularly relevant given the area’s retail presence and summer tourism activity.

Stonehouse (Stroud) saw a 16.6% decrease in its crime rate from 7.5 per 1,000 in June 2024 to 6.2 per 1,000 in July, marking a continued downward trend. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for every 161 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Daily crime statistics reveal a local average of 2 crimes per day, a figure that may help residents gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily routines. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, with the area’s overall crime rate sitting 26.2% below national levels. The population context further highlights the relative safety of the area, as 8,030 residents share a crime burden that is proportionally lighter than the UK average. These figures suggest a stable environment, though the fluctuation in specific crime types—such as the sharp rise in 'other crime'—warrants attention to emerging patterns.