Brockworth Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Brockworth in October 2023 reveals a distinct balance of crime types that diverges from national trends. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 55.4% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000 — 30% above the UK average for this category. This suggests a local dynamic where interpersonal conflict or community-specific factors may play a role, though seasonal influences like the transition to darker evenings and Halloween could also contribute. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, by contrast, fell well below UK averages by 38% and 15% respectively, reflecting community engagement efforts or demographic characteristics that reduce these types of incidents. Other theft and shoplifting, though still below national averages, saw dramatic month-on-month increases of 133.3% and 300% respectively, pointing to seasonal pressures or unmet security needs in retail spaces. The overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 — 21.3% below the UK average — underscores a broader safety context, though the disproportionate rise in certain categories highlights areas requiring targeted attention. This mix of trends illustrates the combination of local conditions and national patterns, with October's shorter days and festive activity likely amplifying specific vulnerabilities.

October 2023 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+300%) and other theft (+133.3%), driven by seasonal factors like Halloween and the end of the retail calendar. These spikes contrast with a 66.7% drop in burglary, likely reflecting improved security measures or seasonal changes in residential activity. Violent crimes, at 3.5 per 1,000, remain 30% above the UK average for this category, indicating a local pattern that diverges from national trends. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, however, fell significantly below UK averages by 38% and 15% respectively, suggesting community-level interventions or demographic factors that temper these categories. For residents, the 300% jump in shoplifting underscores the need for vigilance during peak retail periods, offering a concrete insight into local vulnerabilities.

Brockworth's crime rate in October 2023 rose by 3.5% compared to September's 6.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in a built-up area. Over the course of October, one crime was reported for every 159 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relative safety of the community compared to broader UK trends. While the overall rate remains 21.3% below the UK average, the shift in crime types — particularly the surge in shoplifting and other theft — suggests a dynamic that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as Halloween and the timing of retail activity. This data also highlights the importance of population density in shaping local crime patterns, as smaller communities often see more pronounced fluctuations in specific categories.