Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bishop's Cleeve recorded a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 in April 2024, placing it 40.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence underscores the area’s distinct crime profile, shaped by its status as a built-up area within Tewkesbury—a largely rural district with limited urban density. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.9% of total incidents (31 cases), though this rate remained 26% below the UK average for the category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 24.3% (18 cases), with a 10% gap from the national average. The data suggests a community where violent crime, while present, is significantly less frequent than in larger cities. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns: Easter and spring weather likely increased outdoor activity, potentially contributing to the rise in violent crimes. Conversely, the sharp decline in shoplifting (70% below UK average) aligns with the area’s limited retail presence compared to major urban centres. The overall low crime rate may reflect Bishop’s Cleeve’s character as a quieter, more dispersed settlement, where community cohesion and lower population density could deter criminal activity. However, the 12.0% monthly increase in the overall rate from 4.1 per 1,000 in March 2024 indicates a need for continued monitoring, particularly as the area navigates seasonal transitions and potential shifts in local dynamics.

April 2024 marked a sharp increase in violent crimes, rising by 121.4% to 31 incidents—the highest category by volume. This surge, though still 26% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, contrasts with steep declines in other areas. Public order offences dropped by 57.1% (7 to 3), reflecting a possible reduction in disturbances linked to Easter-related events. Meanwhile, other theft and burglary both jumped by 150% (2 to 5), suggesting a shift in criminal focus that may be tied to seasonal activity or specific local factors. Shoplifting fell 70% below the UK average, aligning with broader trends of reduced retail crime in low-density areas. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with April’s data illustrating both localized spikes and consistent underperformance against national benchmarks in certain categories.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 12.0% compared to the previous month, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase, however, remains well below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, with the local rate at 4.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate and suggests a generally stable environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 219 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. The population context further underscores this safety profile: with 16,175 residents, Bishop's Cleeve's crime statistics indicate a community where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime during their daily lives. This stability contrasts with the UK average, where higher population density and urban centres often see more frequent reporting. The data suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or geographic characteristics—may contribute to this divergence, though further analysis would be needed to confirm.