Stonehouse (Stroud) Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked a continuation of Stonehouse (Stroud)’s trend of maintaining a crime rate significantly below the UK average, with 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents—16.4% lower than the national figure of 6.7. The area’s crime profile remained dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.0%) and public order offences (15.6%). These figures align with the characteristics of a built-up area within Stroud, where community interactions and public spaces contribute to the prevalence of interpersonal crimes. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely influenced these patterns, as lower foot traffic and colder weather may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in public order offences, which surged by 250% from January to February, stands out as a notable anomaly. This increase could be linked to local events or transient factors, though the absence of specific data prevents definitive conclusions. Meanwhile, the rate of violent crime remained consistent with UK averages, suggesting that targeted policing or community initiatives may be effectively addressing this category. The area’s overall safety, as evidenced by its crime rate, appears to be supported by a combination of geographic factors and local efforts, though the spike in public order issues deserves closer attention in future reports.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 250% increase in public order offences, rising from two to seven incidents—a sharp contrast to the 20% decline in drugs-related crimes, which fell from three to one. This shift in crime mix suggests a move towards more visible, community-focused issues rather than illicit activity. The violent crime category remained the largest single category, accounting for 42.2% of all reported crimes, though its rate (2.4 per 1,000) matched the UK average. Anti-social behaviour rose by 12.5%, contributing to a 13% above-average UK rate for this category. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and other theft both fell significantly, with the latter dropping 50% from four to two incidents. These decreases may reflect seasonal patterns, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could reduce opportunities for vehicle-related crimes and petty theft. Residents may find the 73% reduction in vehicle crime particularly relevant, given the area’s built-up character and reliance on road networks.

Stonehouse (Stroud) recorded a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents in February 2025, a 2.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas during winter, when outdoor activity and public gatherings decrease. Locally, this translates to an average of two crimes reported per day over the month, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. When scaled to the population of 8,030, the monthly exposure equates to one reported crime for every 178 residents—a rate that underscores the area’s consistency in maintaining safety despite occasional spikes in specific categories. The daily crime count, while modest, remains a useful metric for residents to contextualise risk, particularly in areas where crime is distributed unevenly across crime types. This monthly aggregate also highlights the importance of sustained community engagement in crime prevention, even during periods of relative stability.