Crime Rate in Charlton Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Charlton Park

The total recorded crimes in Charlton Park, Cheltenham, UK in March 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Charlton Park crime rate of 3.51 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Charlton Park, encompassing approximately 5,127 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Charlton Park Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Avenall Parade with total crimes: 4
  • Cirencester Road with total crimes: 3
  • Sandford Park Place with total crimes: 2

How safe is Charlton Park?

To understand the safety of Charlton Park, we need to analyze Charlton Park crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Cheltenham:

    • In 2024, Charlton Park demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cheltenham average, with 151 crimes compared to 683.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Charlton Park recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Charlton Park had fewer crimes than the Cheltenham average, with 191 crimes compared to 697. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Charlton Park recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cheltenham, Charlton Park has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Charlton Park Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Charlton Park has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 3.51 ranking 19th out of 19 in the Cheltenham, UK

In 2024, the total Charlton Park crimes were 151. The crime rate of Charlton Park in 2024 was 29.45 (year) or 2.45 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Cheltenham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Charlton Park were around 191 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.25 (year) or 3.10 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Cheltenham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cheltenham)CrimesRank (Cheltenham)CrimesRank (Cheltenham)
St Paul's90 41,210 31,427 1
College91 31,476 11,376 2
Lansdown157 11,424 21,363 3
All Saints96 21,027 41,058 5
St Mark's87 5887 71,080 4
Swindon Village78 7993 5921 8
St Peter's79 6970 6977 6
Hesters Way70 8869 8963 7
Pittville56 10795 9759 9
Oakley63 9692 11676 11
Springbank55 11696 10719 10
Benhall and The Reddings29 16400 13420 12
Park32 14404 12371 14
Prestbury41 12305 15301 15
Charlton Kings39 13321 14395 13
Battledown30 15256 18239 18
Warden Hill15 20285 16258 16
Up Hatherley23 17281 17244 17
Leckhampton20 18215 19195 19

Charlton Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (3 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other crime (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20246
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20243
September 20242
August 20243
June 20242

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 33 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
July 20247
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20242
May 20243

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20242

High Crime Locations Charlton Park in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Charlton Park postcode area is presented below.

1. Avenall Parade (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Other crime1
Possession of weapons1
2. Cirencester Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
3. Sandford Park Place (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. Kings Hollow (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Hillary Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Everest Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Sandy Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Chancel Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Shrublands (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Knightsbridge Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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