Churchdown Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Churchdown's crime picture in April 2025, accounting for over half of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents — 37.7% below the UK average of 7.7 — the area's overall safety profile stands out. This marked contrast with national trends is consistent with Churchdown's character as a relatively small built-up area within Tewkesbury, where community cohesion and limited commercial density may contribute to lower rates of property crime. The seasonal context of spring, with Easter-related activity and increased foot traffic in public spaces, likely amplifies risks in high-traffic areas. While violent crime remains the primary concern, property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary are lower than UK averages, reflecting the area's lower retail density and possibly stronger local policing focus. The breakdown shows anti-social behaviour and public order offences also remain well below national levels, suggesting a generally orderly environment. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences raises questions about local factors such as alcohol consumption in specific venues or transient populations during holiday periods. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas with higher concentrations of reported violent incidents, while the overall low crime rate indicates effective community-level crime prevention measures.

April 2025 saw sharp increases in burglary (+300%) and drug-related offences (+100%), with four reported burglaries compared to one in March. This surge in property crime contrasts with the continued decline in public order offences (-66.7%) and criminal damage (-50%), which fell to two incidents each. The violent crime category, though still the largest single category (36 cases), remains 4% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent safety advantage in this area. Anti-social behaviour incidents dropped to 14 cases — 25% below the UK average — suggesting effective local initiatives in managing community tensions. The most significant shift was the 75% reduction in 'other crime' incidents, which fell from four to one, indicating potential improvements in addressing less-defined categories of misconduct. Residents should be aware that while the overall crime rate remains low, the rise in burglary may signal increased vulnerability in residential areas during spring, possibly linked to seasonal property movements or temporary housing needs. These fluctuations demonstrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the importance of ongoing monitoring.

Churchdown's crime rate in April 2025 (4.8 per 1,000) represents a 13.6% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.5, marking a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day — a figure that, while low, translates to one reported crime for roughly every 209 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, placing Churchdown well below the UK average in terms of frequency. The population context further reinforces this safety profile: with 14,647 residents, the 70 total crimes reported equate to a manageable level of policing demand. Compared to the UK's average of 7.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, Churchdown's performance is particularly striking, with violent crime rates 4% below national levels and property crime categories such as shoplifting 39% below the UK average. This comparative advantage suggests that local factors — including community policing strategies, lower commercial density, and effective youth engagement — are likely contributing to the area's overall safety. The 1-in-209 monthly exposure rate offers a clear benchmark for residents to contextualise their personal risk, while the sustained decline in crime rates indicates progress in maintaining public safety.