Brockworth Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brockworth’s crime profile in October 2024 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent and anti-social incidents, diverging from the UK average in several key ways. With a total crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents—16% below the UK average of 8.1—the area appears relatively safer overall. However, the breakdown of crime types paints a more nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.4% of all incidents, remain the most prevalent category, though they are 6% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 20.2% of total crimes, is 9% above the UK rate, suggesting localised tensions that may stem from community interactions or environmental factors. Shoplifting, which rose sharply by 160% to 13 incidents, now stands at 25% above the UK average, likely reflecting seasonal pressures such as Halloween and increased retail activity. This mix of crime types highlights a built-up area where urban density and seasonal rhythms intersect to shape criminal activity. The lower rates of property crimes, including burglary (2.0% of total) and vehicle crime (1.0%), contrast with higher rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, indicating a combination of community dynamics and specific risk environments. These patterns are consistent with the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up space, where proximity to retail hubs and public spaces may drive certain types of crime while lower rates of vehicle crime suggest potential improvements in security measures or reduced exposure during the month.

October 2024 witnessed stark shifts in specific crime categories, with public order offences surging by 200% (from 3 to 9 incidents) and shoplifting increasing by 160% (from 5 to 13). These rises may be linked to seasonal factors such as Halloween, which often sees increased foot traffic and social gatherings in built-up areas. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), and other crime fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), potentially reflecting improved security measures or reduced activity during the month. The crime mix also reveals significant contrasts with the UK average: shoplifting in Brockworth is 25% above the UK rate, while violence and sexual offences are 6% below. Anti-social behaviour, at 9% above the UK average, underscores localised pressures that may be tied to community dynamics or environmental factors. For residents, the 25% above UK average for shoplifting highlights a specific risk area, warranting awareness around retail environments during peak shopping periods.

Brockworth’s crime rate in October 2024 (6.8 per 1,000) marks a 5.7% decline from the previous month’s 7.2 per 1,000, indicating a sustained reduction in overall criminal activity. This downward trend aligns with the broader context of daily crime patterns, where the area experiences approximately three reported incidents each day. Over the course of the month, this translates to one crime for every 148 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of exposure on a per-person basis. Given the population of 14,628, this rate suggests a relatively low likelihood of encountering crime in everyday life, particularly when compared to the UK average. However, the built-up nature of the area, characterised by its proximity to public transport hubs, retail centres, and community spaces, may influence localised crime dynamics. These factors, combined with the month-on-month reduction, present a nuanced picture of Brockworth’s safety profile, where broader urban characteristics interact with specific seasonal and environmental variables to shape crime trends.