Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 44.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked improvement in safety reflects a combination of factors, including a strong emphasis on community policing and the area's inherently low population density. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.6%) and other theft (8.3%). These figures suggest a crime profile shaped by the built-up yet rural nature of Bishop's Cleeve, where social interactions in local amenities may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Seasonal patterns in May—such as extended daylight hours and increased outdoor activity—likely play a role in the distribution of crimes, with longer evenings potentially correlating with higher incidents of violence and public order offences. However, the area's overall crime rate remains significantly lower than national averages, particularly for property crimes, which constitute only 27.8% of all reported incidents. This divergence from UK trends may be attributed to Bishop's Cleeve's unique demographic composition, including a relatively stable population and limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. The contrast between the area's low crime rate and the sharp increases in specific categories, such as other theft and criminal damage, underscores the need for targeted interventions while maintaining the broader success of crime prevention efforts.

May 2025 saw significant spikes in specific crime categories, including a 500% increase in other theft cases (from 1 to 6) and a 200% rise in criminal damage and arson (from 1 to 3). These increases, though notable, occurred against a backdrop of substantial reductions in other areas. Public order offences fell by 40% compared to April, and shoplifting decreased by 28.6% despite May's longer evenings and increased outdoor activity. The overall crime mix remained skewed toward violent crime, with 38.9% of all incidents falling under violence and sexual offences—a category that remains 40% below the UK average. This contrast highlights how Bishop's Cleeve's crime profile differs from national trends, with property crimes (20 total) comprising just 27.8% of all reported incidents. Residents may find the 4.5 per 1,000 rate particularly reassuring, as it places the area among the UK's safest communities for violent crime. However, the sharp rise in other theft suggests localized pressures that warrant attention.

Bishop's Cleeve's crime rate in May 2025 rose 19.9% compared to April's 3.7 per 1,000, reaching 4.5 per 1,000. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with 44.4% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents. Locally, 2 crimes were reported daily on average, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 16,175. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 225 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's overall security. This statistic, when contextualised with Bishop's Cleeve's built-up yet rural character, highlights how sparse population density and community cohesion may naturally suppress crime. However, the upward movement from April suggests potential shifts in local dynamics, such as increased social activity during May's longer evenings or seasonal events. Residents may find the 1-in-225 monthly exposure rate particularly useful for understanding risk in their daily lives, though it remains far below national benchmarks.