Crime Rate in Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South

The total recorded crimes in Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South, Cotswold, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South crime rate of 48.06 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 Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South, encompassing approximately 707 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Tidford Cottages with total crimes: 3
  • Oakley Flats with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South?

To understand the safety of Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South, we need to analyze Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Cotswold:

    • In 2024, Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South reported a higher crime volume than the Cotswold average, with 299 crimes compared to 208. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 30 other areas in the Cotswold.

    • In 2023, Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Cotswold average, with 267 crimes compared to 197. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 30 other areas in the Cotswold.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cotswold, Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 48.06 ranking 6th out of 30 in the Cotswold, UK

In 2024, the total Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South crimes were 299. The crime rate of Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South in 2024 was 422.61 (year) or 35.22 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Cotswold.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South were around 267 crimes with yearly crime rate of 377.39 (year) or 31.45 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Cotswold.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South)CrimesRank (Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South)CrimesRank (Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South)
St Michael's57 1685 1663 1
Northleach55 2495 3528 2
Watermoor42 3530 2486 3
Campden & Vale35 5390 4352 4
The Beeches38 4329 5249 9
Fosseridge15 16244 10307 5
Ermin21 7258 9285 6
Bourton Village17 11320 6196 13
Moreton West15 18272 8258 8
The Ampneys & Hampton20 8177 14191 14
Tetbury with Upton20 9174 16142 16
Abbey7 24210 11240 10
Grumbolds Ash with Avening20 10162 17114 17
Blockley6 26184 13223 11
Chedworth & Churn Valley9 21190 12218 12
Kemble16 12111 2495 24
South Cerney Village16 13176 1598 22
Stow16 14149 18165 15
The Rissingtons16 15118 2299 21
Moreton East15 1798 2581 27
Chesterton7 23125 21113 18
Sandywell7 22127 20112 19
Fairford North10 19130 1987 25
Tetbury Town10 20114 23112 20
Tetbury East & Rural6 2776 2797 23
New Mills6 2549 3049 30
Four Acres3 2957 2982 26
Bourton Vale3 3077 2676 28
Siddington & Cerney Rural5 2871 2866 29
Stratton2 3142 3141 31

Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

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

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 99 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202512
May 202512
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20248
November 202412
October 202417
September 20249
August 20249

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20252
May 20253
April 20253
March 20256
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 202410
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 25 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.55 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
January 20252
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Tidford Cottages (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Oakley Flats (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Utah Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Gassons Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. The Orchard (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Totterdown Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order2
8. The Knoll (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
10. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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