Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 65% below the UK average of 8.0. This continued trend of low crime underscores the area's status as a relatively safe built-up area within Tewkesbury, though the profile of offences reflects local characteristics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.4% of all crimes, a share that remains significantly below the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour (22.2% of total crimes) and public order offences (17.8%) also fall well below national benchmarks, highlighting a consistent pattern of lower levels of disorder compared to the UK. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the prominence of public order issues and alcohol-related incidents. This aligns with the area's character as a semi-rural commuter hub, where community cohesion and limited nightlife may temper more severe forms of crime. Despite the 55.3% increase from April, the overall rate remains remarkably low, suggesting that local factors such as policing presence, community engagement, or geographical isolation may play a role in maintaining this safety profile. The data also reveals a stark contrast between Bishop's Cleeve and the UK average for property crimes, which are underrepresented here. With only 6 property crimes recorded, compared to 20 violent crimes, the area's crime mix leans heavily towards personal safety concerns rather than burglary or theft, a pattern consistent with its demographic and spatial characteristics.

May 2023 saw a sharp 300% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 8 cases. This surge aligns with May's longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which may contribute to heightened public disorder. Other theft cases also doubled, climbing from 1 to 3, while vehicle crime rose by 100% for the first time this year. Conversely, 'other crime' incidents fell by 50%, suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in criminal focus. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category (44.4% of total crimes), remain 57% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (22.2% of total crimes) is also 55% below the national rate, illustrating Bishop's Cleeve's consistently lower levels of disorder compared to the UK. These figures highlight a combination of local factors and national trends, with public order emerging as a key area requiring attention in the coming months.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in May 2023 rose 55.3% compared to April 2023, moving from 1.8 to 2.8 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 8.0 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low but consistent presence of criminal activity. When scaled to the population of 16,175, the monthly exposure means one crime occurred for roughly every 359 residents. This figure contextualises the rarity of crime in Bishop's Cleeve compared to national trends, though the upward shift from April suggests seasonal or situational factors may be influencing local patterns. The population context further highlights that even with the increase, the area's crime profile remains far below the national benchmark, reinforcing its status as a relatively safe built-up area within Tewkesbury.