Churchdown Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Churchdown's crime rate in January 2026 was 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 25% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This performance highlights the built-up area's distinct position within Tewkesbury, where crime levels remain consistently lower than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of total incidents (37 cases), a rate (2.5 per 1,000) that aligns precisely with the UK average for this category. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour followed, each contributing 9.5% of reported crimes, though both were significantly below the UK average—shoplifting by 12% and anti-social behaviour by 46%. The seasonal context of January, with its post-holiday lull and reduced retail activity, likely contributed to these figures, as shoplifting rates typically decline during periods of lower footfall. Meanwhile, the proportion of violent crimes in Churchdown mirrors the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as the area's small-town character or community engagement initiatives—may not significantly alter the national trend for this category. The data also reveals a marked reduction in property-related crimes, with burglary and vehicle crime rates well below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area's lower population density or effective policing strategies.

January 2026 saw stark fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences tripling from 1 to 4, marking a 300% increase. This surge, alongside a 100% rise in drug-related incidents and a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, contrasts sharply with declines in other areas. Other theft fell by 62.5%, from 8 to 3, suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during the post-holiday period. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 56.3%, from 16 to 7, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours curbing outdoor activity. Shoplifting, while still a concern, dropped by 30% from 10 to 7, a trend consistent with reduced retail footfall in January. Churchdown's violent crime rate—2.5 per 1,000—matches the UK average, but property crimes remain lower than the national average. For instance, anti-social behaviour is 46% below the UK rate, and vehicle crime is 73% below, illustrating a distinct crime profile that may reflect local community dynamics or policing priorities.

Churchdown's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.3% decrease from December's 5.4 per 1,000. This decline places the area 25% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained trend of lower-than-national crime levels. Daily crime statistics show an average of 2 reported incidents per day, a figure that may seem modest but underscores the area's relative safety compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 198 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to Churchdown's population of 14,647. This statistic offers a tangible measure of risk for residents, suggesting that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is reduced compared to national benchmarks. The comparison highlights how local factors—such as the area's built-up character within Tewkesbury, potentially lower population density, and community policing efforts—may contribute to maintaining this disparity with the UK average.