Cricklade Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cricklade's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a substantial 41.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safer communities in the country, though the October figures show a 53.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.0. The most prevalent crime categories were violence and sexual offences (26.1% of total incidents), criminal damage and arson (26.1%), and anti-social behaviour (17.4%). These patterns align with Cricklade's rural character, where property crime and community-driven issues dominate. The area's low violent crime rate—55% below the UK average—suggests effective local policing or strong community ties. However, the significant rise in criminal damage and arson, coupled with the doubling of burglary and drugs-related incidents, may reflect seasonal influences such as Halloween or increased outdoor activity during darker evenings. The data also highlights a notable decrease in anti-social behaviour, potentially indicating successful community initiatives or shifts in local demographics. While the overall crime rate remains well below national averages, the month-on-month changes underscore the need for continued vigilance in addressing emerging trends.

October 2025 saw a sharp increase in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 200% from 2 to 6 incidents. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, such as Halloween activities or increased outdoor gatherings in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 20%, from 5 to 4 incidents, suggesting potential community efforts or seasonal changes in public activity. Violent crimes, while remaining the most common category (26.1% of total incidents), were 55% below the UK average. This discrepancy could reflect Cricklade's rural character, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to lower violent crime rates. Burglary and drugs-related crimes both doubled from zero to one incident each, marking a significant increase for these categories in October.

Cricklade's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 53.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.0 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day in October, a figure that aligns with the area's generally low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 221 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. While this monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average (which is not provided here), it underscores the relatively safe environment in Cricklade. The rise in crime rate contrasts with the area's historical trend of lower-than-average crime, suggesting potential factors such as seasonal shifts or local events may have influenced October's figures.