Churchdown Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Churchdown's crime profile in June 2024 revealed an unusual concentration of violent and sexual offences, which were 5% above the UK average despite the area's overall rate being 17.1% below the national figure. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43% of all crimes, far exceeding their share in the UK context where such offences typically make up around 30% of total crimes. This anomaly may be partially explained by seasonal factors, as the start of summer often correlates with increased public interaction in built-up areas. The area's crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents, while lower than the UK average of 8.2, still showed a distinct pattern in its crime mix. Anti-social behaviour (22 cases) and shoplifting (17 cases) further highlighted a divergence from national trends, with the latter being 94% above the UK average. This suggests local factors—such as the presence of retail outlets or specific enforcement strategies—may be influencing these figures. Public order offences, at 0.5 per 1,000, were 18% below the UK average, indicating a lower prevalence of disorderly conduct compared to other areas. The overall crime rate's position relative to the UK average may reflect Churchdown's character as a relatively stable built-up area within Tewkesbury, though the sharp rise in violent crimes warrants further contextual analysis.

June 2024 saw a 48.3% rise in violence and sexual offences, jumping from 29 to 43 incidents. This category alone accounted for 43% of all crimes, a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (2.9 per 1,000 in Churchdown). Other theft also surged by 50%, rising from 4 to 6 cases, while public order offences increased by 40%, from 5 to 7. These spikes in violent and disorderly crimes occurred despite Churchdown's overall rate remaining 17.1% below the UK average. The shoplifting rate was 94% above the UK average (1.2 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a striking anomaly that may reflect local retail patterns or enforcement practices. Anti-social behaviour (22 cases) and violence (43 cases) together made up 65% of all crimes, highlighting a shift towards more interpersonal offences compared to property crimes (26 cases). This mix contrasts with the UK's broader distribution, where property crimes typically dominate.

Churchdown's crime rate in June 2024 rose 23.5% compared to May, reaching 6.8 per 1,000 residents from 5.5 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, still leaves the area 17.1% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that reflects local patterns but lacks direct UK comparison. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the rate within the community's population of 14,647. This translates to a 1-in-146 chance of being directly affected by crime over the month, a statistic that highlights the relatively low exposure compared to national benchmarks. The shift from May to June may partly reflect seasonal dynamics, as the start of summer often correlates with increased public activity in built-up areas like Churchdown. However, the exact drivers remain speculative without further data on local events or interventions.