Tewkesbury Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Tewkesbury, the crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in January 2024 positions the area 32.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of approximately 16 reported crimes across the district, with the most significant contributions coming from violence and sexual offences (43.1% of all crimes), anti-social behaviour (15.5%), and other theft (9.0%). The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday retail quiet and shorter daylight hours—may contribute to the lower prevalence of outdoor crimes compared to busier months. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category, remain 15% below the UK average for this type, suggesting local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies may play a role. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 15.5% of reported crimes, is 19% below the UK average, reflecting Tewkesbury’s character as a historically quieter, more residential area with fewer late-night venues. The absence of significant spikes in property crime, particularly burglary (4.3% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (2.6%), which are both 44% and 80% below UK averages respectively, may indicate effective community measures or lower commercial density. However, the slight increase in 'other crime' (4.1% of total) compared to the UK average (0.1 per 1,000) raises questions about underreported or niche categories that require further analysis. Overall, Tewkesbury’s crime profile appears to balance a relatively low baseline with targeted areas of concern, particularly in violent crime, which may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in Tewkesbury’s crime profile, with violence and sexual offences rising by 9.5% (201 to 220 incidents), marking the most significant monthly increase for this category. This uptick, though still 15% below the UK average for the same type, may be linked to post-holiday social dynamics or seasonal transitions affecting community interactions. Conversely, shoplifting incidents dropped sharply by 44.7% (38 to 21), aligning with the post-Christmas lull in retail footfall and potentially reflecting effective policing in high-street areas. Vehicle crime also fell by 31.6% (19 to 13), a decline that could be attributed to reduced commuter traffic or seasonal vehicle storage patterns. The category of 'other crime' saw a substantial 61.5% increase (13 to 21), which, while still below the UK average, may indicate underreported issues such as nuisance crimes or emerging patterns requiring further investigation. Burglary rose by 22.2% (18 to 22), though it remains 44% below the UK average, suggesting that while localised vulnerabilities exist, broader systemic factors continue to keep rates low. These shifts highlight the interplay between seasonal rhythms and local conditions, with Tewkesbury’s residents experiencing a mixed picture of stability and targeted risks.

Tewkesbury’s January 2024 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents represents a -2.0% decrease from December’s rate of 5.1, indicating a stable trend over the past two months. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 16 crimes reported each day in the district, a figure that, while modest, underscores the continuous presence of crime in everyday life. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for every 200 residents over the course of January—a metric that, while abstract, provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in a given day. This rate is lower than the UK average, with Tewkesbury’s residents facing a risk level that is 32.4% below national benchmarks. For comparison, the UK’s average of 7.4 per 1,000 residents would equate to approximately 23 crimes per day in a similar-sized area, highlighting Tewkesbury’s relative safety. The stability in the overall rate, despite fluctuations in individual categories, suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing focus, or geographic characteristics—may be maintaining a consistent baseline. However, the slight increase in violent crime and 'other crime' categories indicates that while the overall profile remains favourable, targeted interventions may be necessary to address emerging trends without compromising the district’s overall safety.