Crime Rate in Hesters Way: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hesters Way

The total recorded crimes in Hesters Way, Cheltenham, UK in March 2025 are around 70 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hesters Way crime rate of 3.60 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 Hesters Way, encompassing approximately 19,429 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (110.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
Hesters Way Crime Hotspots

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

  • Montreal Drive with total crimes: 6
  • Listening Post Close with total crimes: 5
  • Sotherby Drive with total crimes: 3

How safe is Hesters Way?

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

  • Relative to Cheltenham:

    • In 2024, Hesters Way reported a higher crime volume than the Cheltenham average, with 869 crimes compared to 683. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Hesters Way witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hesters Way experienced a greater number of crimes than the Cheltenham average, with 963 crimes compared to 697. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hesters Way witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cheltenham, Hesters Way has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Hesters Way Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hesters Way has recorded 70 crimes with crime rate of 3.60 ranking 8th out of 19 in the Cheltenham, UK

In 2024, the total Hesters Way crimes were 869. The crime rate of Hesters Way in 2024 was 44.73 (year) or 3.73 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Cheltenham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hesters Way were around 963 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.57 (year) or 4.13 (month) ranking 7 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
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 Park18 19151 20191 20

Hesters Way Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 160 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202510
January 20252
December 20247
November 20249
October 20249
September 20249
August 202414
July 202415
June 202434
May 202421
April 20249

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20257
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 202410
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 387 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202527
January 202534
December 202425
November 202432
October 202421
September 202419
August 202435
July 202433
June 202470
May 202433
April 202428

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 202410
October 202410
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
April 20243

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 55 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20245
June 202412
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
April 20243

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
October 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
May 20242

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20242

High Crime Locations Hesters Way in March 2025

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

1. Montreal Drive (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Listening Post Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Sotherby Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
4. Terry Ruck Close (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Graham Place (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Oldbury Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Seacome Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Lewis Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Wilson Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
10. Newton Close (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1

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