Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 32.9% below the UK average of 7.6. This marked contrast with national trends underscores the area's relatively secure environment, likely influenced by its character as a smaller, built-up area within Tewkesbury. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.7% of all incidents, though these remained 15% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 20.7% of crimes, while public order offences made up 9.8%. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—may have influenced crime dynamics, particularly the sharp rise in shoplifting linked to the Black Friday retail surge. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion and lower population density contribute to this safer profile. The area's crime picture illustrates a balance between seasonal pressures and consistent low-level crime prevention measures, with violent crime remaining a focal point despite its proportionate decline relative to the national average.

November 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns across Bishop's Cleeve. Drug-related offences surged by 200%, with reports rising from one to three incidents, a change that may reflect increased activity during the festive season. Concurrently, shoplifting cases doubled, jumping from three to six, likely linked to the Black Friday shopping rush. This contrasted with a 71.4% drop in other thefts, which fell from 14 to four, possibly due to heightened police presence or seasonal deterrence measures. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 26.1%, from 23 to 17, a trend consistent with the area's generally lower crime profile. Violence and sexual offences remained 15% below the UK average, despite accounting for 42.7% of all crimes. The sharp rise in bicycle theft, which doubled to two incidents, underscores the need for targeted awareness campaigns, particularly as dark evenings increase the risk of such crimes.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in November 2024 rose slightly to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 5.2% increase from the previous month's 4.8. This places the area firmly below the UK average, which remains at 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that reflects the low overall rate compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 197 residents, illustrating the relatively low exposure to crime in this built-up area. While the monthly rate shows a marginal upward trend, the area continues to outperform the UK average significantly. This contrast highlights the impact of local factors, such as community cohesion and lower population density, which may contribute to the area's safer profile despite seasonal fluctuations. The daily crime count, though modest, serves as a reminder that vigilance remains important, particularly during events like Bonfire Night when activity levels rise.