Stonehouse (Stroud) Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 8,030 residents, December 2025 saw 31 reported crimes, translating to a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 people—44.3% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This represents a marked contrast to the national trend, with Stonehouse (Stroud) experiencing significantly lower levels of crime across multiple categories. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (13 incidents, 41.9% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (4 incidents, 12.9%) and shoplifting (4 incidents, 12.9%). These figures align with the seasonal context of December, a month marked by extended darkness, holiday-related activity, and the closure of some local businesses during the Christmas period. The low overall rate may partly reflect the area's character as a smaller built-up area within Stroud, which likely benefits from a tight-knit community and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. While violence and sexual offences remain the most frequent category, their rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 38% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies may contribute to this disparity. The relatively low incidence of property crimes, including shoplifting and vehicle crime, contrasts with patterns seen in more densely populated or commercial hubs, where such offences are typically more common. This data invites further consideration of how local demographics, infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms shape crime trends in this specific context.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to November, with three categories experiencing 100% increases from zero to one incident: drugs, vehicle crime, and bicycle theft. These rises, though small in absolute terms, may indicate emerging trends or temporary spikes linked to specific circumstances, such as increased vehicle movement during holiday shopping or the presence of seasonal events. Conversely, violent crimes dropped by 64.9% from 37 to 13, a decline that could be consistent with the festive season's influence on community behaviour or the impact of local initiatives aimed at reducing conflict. The breakdown of crime types also reveals stark contrasts with UK averages: violence and sexual offences, though the most common category locally, remain 38% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 57% below the UK average. This suggests that Stonehouse (Stroud) may have a more stable social environment or stronger community oversight compared to other areas. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 54.4% drop in the overall crime rate compared to November, which highlights a significant reduction in incidents over the course of the year. This decline, combined with the relatively low base rate of crime, may offer reassurance to local residents about the safety of their neighbourhood, particularly during the busy holiday period.

The crime rate in Stonehouse (Stroud) for December 2025 fell to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 54.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.5 per 1,000. This substantial reduction is reflected in daily statistics, with one crime reported per day on average across the month. When scaled to the area's population, this equates to one reported crime for every 259 residents over the course of December. Such figures place Stonehouse (Stroud) in a starkly different position compared to larger urban areas, where daily crime rates often exceed two incidents per day. The population-scaled perspective is particularly noteworthy: while the UK average crime rate is 7.0 per 1,000, Stonehouse's rate is more than 40% lower, indicating a consistently safer environment relative to national standards. This is further reinforced by the monthly exposure metric, which shows that the probability of a resident being directly affected by crime is significantly lower here than in many comparable areas. The decline from November's higher rate may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as the winding down of holiday-related activity or the impact of local efforts to address specific issues like anti-social behaviour. These comparisons underscore the importance of considering both absolute numbers and local context when assessing crime trends, ensuring that residents and policymakers alike have a nuanced understanding of the area's safety profile.