Stonehouse (Stroud) Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stonehouse (Stroud) experienced a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents in July 2025, placing it 18.6% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile, though the composition of incidents reveals a notable imbalance between violent and property crimes. Violent crimes—primarily violence and sexual offences—accounted for 33.9% of all reported incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes (12%), which include burglary and theft. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where violent offences make up a smaller proportion of the total. Seasonal factors likely play a role: July, a peak month for tourism and local festivals, may have contributed to increased social interactions and public gatherings, which can heighten the risk of violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (32.1% of total crimes), also saw a 42% increase compared to the UK average, potentially linked to the same seasonal dynamics. However, certain crime types, such as shoplifting, declined sharply—down 80% from the previous month—due to heightened retail security or a shift in criminal activity during the summer. The area’s character as a built-up part of Stroud, with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, may further explain these trends. While the overall crime rate remains low, the disproportionate emphasis on violent crime raises questions about local policing priorities and the impact of summer events on community safety.

July 2025 marked a sharp rise in public order offences, which surged by 200% compared to the previous month, with incidents increasing from one to three. This spike aligns with the peak of summer festivals and outdoor events, which often draw larger crowds and amplify tensions in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting dropped by 80%, from five to one incident, potentially reflecting heightened security measures in local retail areas or a shift in criminal focus during the tourist season. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted: violent crimes accounted for 33.9% of total incidents, compared to 12% for property crimes. This contrast with the UK average highlights a unique local dynamic—violence and sexual offences in Stonehouse were 21% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour was 42% above. Such disparities may stem from the area’s mix of residential and commercial zones, where social interactions during festivals can both deter and escalate certain types of crime.

Stonehouse (Stroud) saw a 14.3% increase in its crime rate from 6.1 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents between June and July 2025. This rise, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the summer months, when tourism and local festivals heighten activity in public spaces. Daily crime figures remain low, with roughly two incidents reported each day—equivalent to one in every 143 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is slightly higher than the previous month, it remains well below the UK average. The population context further underscores the relatively low scale: with 8,030 residents, even a small increase in crime translates to a manageable number of incidents. This suggests that the area’s compact size and community-focused policing may be effective in mitigating broader systemic risks, though the rise in public order offences hints at challenges tied to increased foot traffic and event-related disruptions.