Brockworth Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brockworth’s overall crime rate in September 2024 stands at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 6.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 48.6% of all reported incidents—34% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 21.0% of total crimes and 28% above the UK rate. These figures suggest a community grappling with interpersonal tensions and disorder, possibly exacerbated by seasonal transitions as the academic year resumes. The rise in violence and anti-social behaviour may partly reflect the return of students to local universities, a common feature in areas with strong educational institutions. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime remain below UK averages, indicating effective local deterrents or lower foot traffic in retail zones. September’s climate—cooler nights and the onset of term-time routines—may also influence crime dynamics, with increased indoor activity contributing to higher reports of domestic-related offences. The area’s built-up character within Tewkesbury likely means a mix of residential and commercial spaces, which could both drive and mitigate certain crime types depending on local policing strategies and community engagement. This month’s data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while maintaining the positive trajectory of overall crime reduction.

September saw significant shifts in crime trends, with criminal damage and arson surging by 166.7% compared to August, rising from three to eight incidents. This spike may reflect seasonal factors such as increased property maintenance or unseasonal weather events. Other crime also rose sharply, increasing by 150% as five incidents were recorded—double the previous month’s total. Possession of weapons, though a small category, doubled from zero to one incident, raising questions about local enforcement patterns. Conversely, drugs-related offences fell by 75%, dropping from four to one, a decline that could align with the end of summer holidays reducing opportunities for illicit activity. Public order offences also decreased by 50%, from six to three, linked to the return of structured routines as schools and universities reopened. Anti-social behaviour, while still above UK averages, saw a modest 8.3% reduction, due to heightened community vigilance or targeted policing efforts. Violent crimes remain 34% above the UK average, with 51 incidents recorded—over half of all reported crimes. This suggests persistent challenges in addressing interpersonal violence, which may be compounded by the area’s proximity to educational institutions and the associated social dynamics. The contrast between rising property crimes and falling drug-related incidents illustrates a shifting crime profile, requiring adaptive strategies to address emerging threats.

Brockworth’s crime rate in September 2024 rose 10.6% from the previous month, increasing from 6.5 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This uptick, though modest, places the area’s current rate 6.5% below the UK average, highlighting its relative safety compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of four crimes per day—roughly one incident for every 365 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the local population of 14,628, this means that over the month, one reported crime occurred for every 139 residents. While this ratio is lower than the UK’s typical exposure figures (which are not provided here), it offers a tangible measure of risk for local residents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Brockworth’s crime rate remains proportionally lower than the UK average, despite the notable increases in specific categories. This suggests that while certain crime types are rising, the area’s overall safety profile remains resilient. The contrast between rising violent crime and falling drug-related incidents also indicates a combination of local factors, with the former likely tied to social dynamics and the latter possibly influenced by seasonal changes in illicit activity. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas where violence and anti-social behaviour are concentrated, while the lower rates of property crime and vehicle theft may offer some reassurance in other domains.