Tewkesbury Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 marked a period of mixed trends in Tewkesbury's crime profile, with the overall rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents placing the area 38.6% below the UK average. This figure highlights a consistent pattern of lower crime levels compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 16.4%. These rates are significantly below the UK averages for both categories—violence and sexual offences are 30% lower, and anti-social behaviour 25% lower—suggesting that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may contribute to this disparity. The seasonal context of December, with its extended dark hours and the peak of Christmas shopping, likely influenced the crime mix. For instance, the sharp increase in bicycle theft could be tied to more cyclists using alternative routes or leaving bikes unsecured in poorly lit areas. Similarly, the 42.1% rise in shoplifting may reflect the higher foot traffic and potential for opportunistic theft during the festive season. However, other categories such as public order offences saw a 62.1% decline, linked to the subdued nature of the holiday period or the closure of certain venues. The lower rate of vehicle crime—46% below the UK average—may also be influenced by the reduced number of vehicles on the road during the month. These patterns illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and local conditions, with Tewkesbury's relatively low crime rate offering a contrast to the UK average but highlighting the need for continued vigilance in specific areas.

December 2025 saw notable spikes in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft increasing by 150% compared to the previous month. This surge, from 2 to 5 incidents, may reflect heightened holiday shopping activity or increased bike usage during colder weather. Shoplifting also rose by 42.1%, potentially linked to the Christmas retail season and the influx of visitors to local stores. In contrast, public order offences dropped by 62.1%, a reduction that could be attributed to the quieter nature of the holiday period or targeted policing efforts. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 37.0%, due to fewer cars on the road during the festive season. Despite these shifts, Tewkesbury's violent crime rate remains 30% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 41% of all reported crimes. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly regarding unattended bicycles and retail areas during peak shopping hours. The area's performance in categories like anti-social behaviour—25% below the UK average—suggests that community-focused initiatives may be playing a role in maintaining lower levels of disruptive incidents.

Tewkesbury's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 10.8% decrease from the previous month's 4.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, where the holiday period typically sees reduced activity in some crime categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 crimes per day, a figure that, while local to Tewkesbury, provides a tangible sense of the pace of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 232 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average. This statistic underscores the relative safety of Tewkesbury compared to the national context, particularly in categories such as public order and vehicle crime, which saw significant reductions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the increases in specific categories like bicycle theft, the overall crime environment remains less intense than the UK average. This contrast is especially notable in violent crime rates, which are 30% below the national benchmark, suggesting that the area's characteristics—such as its mix of rural and urban elements—may contribute to a different crime dynamic than larger, more densely populated regions.