Bishop's Cleeve Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most unexpected shift in Bishop’s Cleeve’s crime profile in September 2025 was the 100% month-on-month increase in burglary, rising from zero to six incidents. This sharp uptick contrasts with a 60.9% drop in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 23 to nine, marking the lowest level for this category since at least 2020. Bishop’s Cleeve’s overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents places it 55.4% below the UK average of 7.4, a gap consistent with its status as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Tewkesbury. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.1% of all reported crimes (17 incidents).1 per 1,000 is 6% below the UK average. Seasonal factors likely influenced patterns, as September’s back-to-school period and university freshers’ week may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour, particularly in the town’s retail and educational hubs. Meanwhile, the area’s lower-than-average rates for violent crime and property theft suggest a strong community focus on prevention, though the sudden rise in burglary deserves closer attention. The 0.4 per 1,000 burglary rate is 43% above the UK average of 0.3, highlighting a unique local vulnerability despite the overall low crime environment. This data underscores the importance of targeted interventions to address emerging risks while maintaining the area’s strong safety record in other domains.

September 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary and drugs both doubling from zero to six and one incidents respectively—a 100% month-on-month increase. This surge in burglary, which rose from zero to six, is particularly notable given the area’s historically low property crime rates. While violence and sexual offences fell sharply by 60.9%, the 0.6 per 1,000 rate for this category remains 77% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in addressing violent crime. Other categories also diverged from national trends: public order offences increased by 66.7%, but their rate of 0.3 per 1,000 is still 44% below the UK average. The 0.4 per 1,000 burglary rate is 43% above the UK average, indicating a specific local challenge. Residents might find the 1.1 per 1,000 rate for anti-social behaviour, which is 6% below the UK average, a reassuring statistic, though the recent burglary spike suggests vigilance is needed in residential areas. The 51% below UK average rate for shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) and the 62% below rate for drugs (0.1 per 1,000) further highlight Bishop’s Cleeve’s divergent crime profile compared to national trends.

Bishop’s Cleeve’s crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 in September 2025 marks an 8.6% decrease from the previous month’s 3.6, reflecting a slight improvement in overall safety. This translates to roughly two crimes reported per day, a figure that is significantly lower than the UK average, though no direct comparison to national daily rates is available. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 305 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to most UK areas. With a population of 16,175, the area’s crime statistics suggest a strong community presence in crime prevention, though the recent 100% increase in burglary highlights the need for localized solutions. The 1-in-305 resident exposure rate is a useful metric for residents to contextualize their personal risk: for every 305 people in the area, only one crime was reported in September. This contrasts with the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be much lower, though exact national exposure rates are not provided. The 55.4% gap between Bishop’s Cleeve’s rate and the UK average underscores the area’s position as a safer-than-average built-up area, though targeted efforts may be needed to address the recent burglary uptick without compromising this overall trend.