Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a notable shift in Bishop's Cleeve's crime profile, with violent crimes emerging as the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.7% of all reported incidents. At a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents, this category remained 38% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a trend consistent with the area's historically lower violent crime rates. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 15.2% of total crimes, with its rate (0.7 per 1,000) 53% below the UK average—a statistic that may reflect strong community cohesion or effective local policing. Shoplifting, at 8.9% of incidents, also remained below the UK average, though its rate (0.4 per 1,000) saw a 26% deficit, potentially influenced by the area's retail profile and seasonal dynamics. The start of summer, with longer days and the beginning of tourism in nearby rural areas, likely contributed to increased foot traffic and associated risks, though these factors appear to be tempered by the area's overall safety record. Despite the 75.5% month-on-month rise in the overall crime rate, Bishop's Cleeve's performance continues to outpace the UK average by a significant margin, suggesting that local conditions—such as community engagement or targeted interventions—may be playing a role in maintaining lower rates despite recent fluctuations.

June 2023 saw a 300% increase in 'other crime' incidents, rising from one to four reported cases—a jump that may reflect unreported or emerging criminal activities. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson surged by 250%, with cases rising from two to seven, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity or property maintenance during the summer. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 200%, moving from one to three incidents, which could be attributed to changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle presence in the area. Violent crimes accounted for 36.7% of total incidents, with the rate (1.8 per 1,000) sitting 38% below the UK average for this category. However, the significant rise in 'other crime'—which includes categories like fraud or cybercrime—demands closer attention from residents and local authorities, as this type of crime is now 100% above the UK average for the area. These shifts in crime mix suggest a need for targeted awareness campaigns around newer or less conventional crime types.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in June 2023 (4.9 per 1,000) marked a 75.5% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 2.8 per 1,000. This rise, though significant, still positions the area 42.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, highlighting a continued gap in safety relative to national standards. On a daily basis, residents faced roughly three reported crimes over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance. Monthly exposure reveals that one crime occurred for every 205 residents over the course of June, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. This rate, though modest, reflects a shift in patterns that may correlate with seasonal activity, such as increased foot traffic or altered community dynamics during the summer months. The contrast between the area's performance and the UK average suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be contributing to sustained lower rates despite recent upticks.