Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Bishop's Cleeve, 4.8 crimes were reported in July 2024—a rate that is 42.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective reveals a community where residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average. The most common category of reported crime was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 39% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (32.5%) and public order offences (14.3%). These figures suggest that disturbances in public spaces and interpersonal conflicts are central to the area's crime profile. July, a peak summer month with schools out and festivals in full swing, may contribute to the prominence of anti-social behaviour. However, the area's low violent crime rate, which is 44% below the UK average, indicates that local factors—such as a lower population density or effective community policing—may be mitigating more severe incidents. The relatively low rates of property crime, including shoplifting (3.9%) and other theft (3.9%), further underscore Bishop's Cleeve's position as a safer environment compared to the UK average. This pattern is consistent with the characteristics of a small built-up area, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. The seasonal context of July, with its influx of tourists and increased outdoor activity, likely influences the distribution of crime types, though the overall stability in crime rates suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors are maintaining this balance.

July 2024 saw a significant rise in public order offences, increasing by 83.3% compared to the previous month, with incidents rising from 6 to 11. This surge aligns with the summer season, when outdoor events and festivals may contribute to heightened activity in public spaces. Conversely, other theft and vehicle crime both fell by 50%, suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, growing by 42.9% to 30 incidents, which is 39% of all reported crimes. This category's rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 31% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge in managing disruptive behaviour. Meanwhile, violent crime in Bishop's Cleeve was 44% below the UK average, with 25 incidents reported. This stark contrast to the national trend may reflect the area's smaller population and lower density of nightlife venues, which typically correlate with higher violent crime rates.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in July 2024 remained stable at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity, though seasonal factors may still play a role. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that translates to a manageable level of risk for residents. When considering the population context, over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 210 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic, combined with the area's low overall crime rate, reinforces the perception of Bishop's Cleeve as a relatively safe community. The stability in crime rates contrasts with broader UK trends, where July typically sees a slight increase in anti-social behaviour due to summer events. However, Bishop's Cleeve's data shows no such spike, indicating that local policing or community factors may be effectively mitigating risks.