Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bishop's Cleeve's crime profile in February 2024, accounting for 52.2% of all reported incidents — a stark contrast to the UK average where such crimes make up 12% of the total. The area's overall crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents is 39.4% below the national average, reflecting a consistently safer environment. This underperformance relative to the UK average is particularly marked in anti-social behaviour, which occurs at 0.7 per 1,000 — 33% below the UK average of 1.1. The dominance of violent crimes may be influenced by the area's built-up character, where higher population density and mixed-use zoning create environments conducive to interpersonal conflicts. Seasonal factors also play a role: February's low outdoor activity may have shifted crime to indoor spaces, such as pubs and community centres, where alcohol consumption and social interactions could contribute to violent incidents. However, the area's low crime rate overall suggests that local factors — such as strong community engagement or effective policing — may mitigate risks. Property crimes, which make up 17.4% of incidents, are also well below the UK average, with burglary at 0.3 per 1,000 (equal to the UK average) and shoplifting at 0.2 per 1,000 (63% below the UK average). This pattern aligns with the area's character as a commuter town within Tewkesbury, where retail spaces are smaller and less frequent than in major urban centres. The seasonal context of February — a pre-spring lull — may have seen fewer outdoor activities but higher indoor gatherings, contributing to the rise in violent crimes. However, the absence of significant spikes in other categories, such as vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000, 77% below the UK average), indicates that the area's overall safety remains intact despite the month-on-month increase.

February saw a 50% rise in shoplifting, from 2 to 3 incidents, a trend that may partly reflect seasonal patterns or local retail activity. Public order offences increased by 40%, potentially linked to community events or weather conditions typical of the month. Conversely, other crime and other theft each dropped 66.7%, suggesting a shift in criminal focus. Violence and sexual offences — the dominant crime category — remain 12% below the UK average, a consistent pattern for the area. The single reported case of possession of weapons, a 100% increase from January, highlights a rare but notable category above the UK average (43% higher). These fluctuations, while significant, occur against a backdrop of overall low crime, with property crimes comprising just 17.4% of the total. Residents may find the drop in other theft categories reassuring, though the rise in shoplifting underscores the need for vigilance in retail areas. The UK average for shoplifting is 0.5 per 1,000, meaning Bishop's Cleeve's rate is 63% below, a stark contrast to the possession of weapons, which is 43% above the UK average. This divergence illustrates the area's unique crime profile, where violent crimes are consistently underrepresented relative to other categories.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in February 2024 rose 13.3% compared to 3.8 per 1,000 in January. below the UK average. The monthly tally of 69 crimes translates to roughly two reported incidents per day — a figure that, while low, reflects the area's consistently below-average crime profile. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 234 residents, underscoring the relatively safe environment compared to national trends. This monthly exposure metric highlights the rarity of crime in Bishop's Cleeve, even as the rate edged upward. The population context is critical: with 16,175 residents, the absolute number of crimes remains modest, reinforcing the area's position as a low-crime built-up area within Tewkesbury. The increase from January is notable but not alarming, particularly given the seasonal context of a pre-spring lull, which may have seen fewer outdoor activities but higher indoor gatherings contributing to certain crime types. The area's built-up nature, with a mix of residential and commercial zones, likely influences the distribution of crime, as higher foot traffic in retail and public spaces may create opportunities for specific offences. This dynamic is consistent with other similar towns in the West Midlands, where urban density correlates with variations in crime types rather than overall rates.