Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate

Bishop's Cleeve recorded a crime rate of 44.8 per 1,000 residents over the past 12 months, 50.9% below the UK average. This built-up area has seen a significant 16.2% decrease in crime YoY, though possession of weapons has surged by 100% since last year. The area's overall safety score of 90/100, 11 points above the UK average, highlights its relatively low crime profile and strong community ties.

Bishop's Cleeve is a built-up area within Tewkesbury, characterized by a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Its proximity to Tewkesbury's historic centre and commuter routes may influence crime patterns, with retail and nightlife activity contributing to certain types of incidents. The area's relatively low population density and strong community ties likely contribute to its overall safety profile.

Bishop's Cleeve's most surprising finding is that criminal damage and arson, while 56% below the UK average, has risen by 14.6% YoY. This could reflect isolated incidents rather than systemic issues, possibly linked to seasonal factors or local events. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (15.9 per 1,000), are 50% below the UK average, likely due to effective community policing and lower population density. Anti-social behaviour (12.8 per 1,000) also remains below the UK average, possibly influenced by local initiatives. Vehicle crime (1.7 per 1,000) is 64% below the UK average, though the 100% YoY increase in possession of weapons remains unexplained but may reflect a few high-profile cases.

Crime in Bishop's Cleeve has decreased by 16.2% YoY, with a notable 100% increase in possession of weapons, though still below the UK average. The monthly trend shows a peak in June 2025 (4.8 per 1,000/month) and a low in February 2025 (2.7 per 1,000/month), likely influenced by seasonal factors such as summer events and reduced activity during colder months. The decline may reflect effective community policing and reduced opportunities for crime during the year.

How To Keep Safe in Bishop's Cleeve

Given the high proportion of violence and sexual offences (15.9 per 1,000), avoid isolated areas at night and use well-lit routes. Secure vehicles with alarms or tracking devices, as vehicle crime spikes after 12am. Report suspicious behaviour promptly, as community vigilance has likely contributed to the 16.2% YoY crime reduction.

Crime in Bishop's Cleeve peaks during the afternoon (12pm–6pm), with theft accounting for 47% of incidents, likely linked to retail activity and foot traffic. Vehicle crime spikes at night (12am–6am), with 37% of incidents occurring during these hours, possibly due to unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Burglary is most common in the evening (6pm–12am), aligning with increased home occupancy and potential opportunities for offenders.

Compared to Swindon (Cheltenham), Bishop's Cleeve has a crime rate 825% lower, reflecting stark differences in safety. Swindon's significantly higher rate may stem from greater urban density or socioeconomic factors, while Bishop's Cleeve's lower population density and community-focused environment likely contribute to its safer profile.

Home security in Bishop's Cleeve can benefit from scOS's proactive boundary detection and DVLA vehicle registration verification, addressing the area's vehicle crime risk. Multi-camera monitoring is also effective for deterring theft during peak afternoon hours. While burglary rates are low, scOS's real-time alerts can provide added reassurance for households.