Stonehouse (Stroud) Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Stonehouse (Stroud) during June 2024, accounting for 36.7% of all reported incidents. At 7.5 per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate was 8.5% below the UK average of 8.2, reflecting a generally safer environment than the national picture. This rate, however, masks significant variations within categories: while violent crime remained below the UK average, criminal damage and arson were 80% above the national benchmark, and drug-related offences surged 186% above UK levels. The seasonal context of June—the start of summer and the beginning of tourist activity—may have influenced these patterns, though the built-up nature of Stonehouse within Stroud suggests that local factors, such as community density and proximity to market towns, play a role. The balance between property and violent crime was relatively even, with 22 incidents each, but the surge in criminal damage and arson points to potential vulnerabilities in infrastructure or public spaces. This month’s data illustrates the combination of local conditions and broader UK trends, with Stonehouse maintaining a lower overall rate but facing challenges in specific categories that require focused attention.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with other theft rising by 300% (from 2 to 8 cases) and criminal damage and arson surging by 125% (from 4 to 9 cases). These jumps highlight a shift in criminal activity, though violent crime remained below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour fell by 27.3%, from 11 to 8 incidents, a decrease that may reflect local efforts or seasonal changes. Criminal damage and arson in Stonehouse were 80% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a localised issue that contrasts with national trends. The significant rise in other theft—now 1.0 per 1,000—suggests potential vulnerabilities in property security or increased opportunistic crime. Meanwhile, drug-related offences were 186% above the UK average. of total crimes. These variations underscore the need for targeted interventions in specific areas of concern.

Stonehouse (Stroud) recorded 60 crimes in June 2024, a 39.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This rise reflects a shift in crime patterns, with daily crime averaging two incidents per day across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. With a population of 8,030, this translates to a manageable frequency compared to broader UK trends, though the increase from May raises questions about factors influencing the recent spike. The daily crime count, while low, suggests a consistent presence of criminal activity that may be tied to seasonal factors or local events. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the rise, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 8.2 per 1,000. However, the increase in specific categories like criminal damage and arson deserves closer attention to local conditions and community responses.