Tewkesbury Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of over 100,000 residents, Tewkesbury recorded 463 crimes in February 2025—a rate of 4.5 per 1,000 people, 32.8% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This places the area among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.6% of all reported incidents (165 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%, 89 cases) and public order offences (8.4%, 39 cases). These figures align with Tewkesbury’s character as a historic market town with a mix of residential, commercial, and tourist activity, where seasonal factors may influence crime patterns. February, a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, saw a concentration of crimes in indoor and community spaces, consistent with the area’s reliance on local services and social hubs. While violence and sexual offences remained the largest category, their rate (1.6 per 1,000) was 32% below the UK average, suggesting effective community engagement or policing strategies in this area. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, may reflect the town’s need to balance tourism with resident-focused management. The overall crime rate, while modest, highlights the importance of maintaining consistent local initiatives to address emerging trends, such as the rise in drug-related incidents observed in month-on-month comparisons.

February 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories. Drug-related offences rose by 33.3% (from 12 to 16 cases), marking the largest increase. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, such as the transition from winter to spring, which can influence patterns of substance use and related criminal activity. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 50.0% (from 4 to 2 cases), potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather or improved local security measures. Other crime also declined sharply, dropping by 42.9% (from 28 to 16 cases), which could indicate successful interventions or a temporary lull in incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, yet their rate (1.6 per 1,000) was 32% below the UK average, underscoring Tewkesbury’s relative safety. Public order offences, though lower than the UK average (9% below), and shoplifting (52% below UK average) further illustrate the area’s distinct crime profile. These variations suggest that local initiatives, such as community policing or targeted prevention efforts, may be contributing to the town’s lower-than-average rates for certain categories. Residents may find the 50% drop in bicycle theft particularly reassuring, indicating that measures to secure public spaces or deter theft are having an impact.

Tewkesbury’s crime rate in February 2025 (4.5 per 1,000) was 5.0% lower than the previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 17 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, provides context for residents and local authorities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, though no direct UK monthly comparison figure is available. For a population of 101,949, this translates to a relatively low risk of personal involvement in crime, even when considering the town’s mix of urban and rural characteristics. The 32.8% gap between Tewkesbury’s rate and the UK average suggests that local factors, such as strong community networks, effective policing, or socioeconomic stability, may be playing a role. However, the rise in drug-related offences highlights the need for continued vigilance and targeted resources. The 1-in-220 monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against the UK’s higher overall rates, reinforces Tewkesbury’s position as a relatively safe area. This comparison underscores the importance of maintaining current strategies while addressing emerging challenges, such as the increase in drug-related incidents, which may require additional attention from local services.