Tewkesbury Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tewkesbury's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This places the area 34.7% below the national benchmark, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to the rest of the UK. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (36.1% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.6%) and public order offences (8.7%). These figures suggest a pattern of low-level but persistent community-based issues rather than high-severity crimes. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and the onset of spring—may have influenced activity levels, with increased outdoor engagement potentially contributing to the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. While the overall crime rate remains low, the data shows a slight upward trend compared to March, with an 8.8% increase in the monthly rate. This rise, however, does not indicate a significant deterioration in safety, as Tewkesbury continues to perform well against UK averages for most categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were both below the UK average by more than 15%, indicating effective local policing or community management strategies. The area's character as a historic market town with a strong sense of community may partly explain these outcomes. The low levels of property crimes, particularly burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000), further support the notion of a relatively secure environment, though the slight increase in violent crimes may warrant closer attention. Overall, the crime picture in Tewkesbury for April 2023 illustrates a balance between seasonal fluctuations and the area's inherent characteristics, with the community continuing to maintain a crime profile that is safer than the UK average.

April 2023 saw a 250% month-on-month increase in possession of weapons, with reports rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with declines in other categories, including a 35% reduction in 'other crime' and a 33% drop in drug-related offences. The violent crime category remained the most prevalent, accounting for 36.1% of all reported incidents, though it was 31% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Shoplifting fell by 13.9% compared to March, despite the Easter period typically associated with increased retail activity. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, was 15% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or community dynamics may be contributing to this trend. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local enforcement efforts.

Tewkesbury's crime rate rose by 8.8% from 4.5 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents in April 2023 compared to March. below the UK average. The daily crime count averaged 17 incidents per day, reflecting a persistent but manageable level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 202 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population of 101,949. This monthly exposure rate suggests that while crime is present, it does not overwhelm the community's capacity to manage it. The increase in violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, contrasts with declines in drug-related offences and other crime categories, indicating a shift in the nature of incidents rather than an overall escalation. These patterns may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as increased outdoor activity during Easter and spring weather, which could influence both the frequency and type of crimes reported.