Crime Rate in Watermoor: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Watermoor

The total recorded crimes in Watermoor, Cotswold, UK in March 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Watermoor crime rate of 4.22 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 Watermoor, encompassing approximately 7,577 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
Watermoor Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kingsmead with total crimes: 4
  • School Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 2

How safe is Watermoor?

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

  • Relative to Cotswold:

    • In 2024, Watermoor reported a higher crime volume than the Cotswold average, with 530 crimes compared to 208. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Watermoor witnessed more crimes than 29 out of 30 other cities.

    • In 2023, Watermoor experienced a greater number of crimes than the Cotswold average, with 486 crimes compared to 197. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Watermoor witnessed more crimes than 28 out of 30 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cotswold, Watermoor has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Watermoor Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Watermoor has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 4.22 ranking 5th out of 30 in the Cotswold, UK

In 2024, the total Watermoor crimes were 530. The crime rate of Watermoor in 2024 was 69.95 (year) or 5.83 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Cotswold.

In 2023, the total crimes in Watermoor were around 486 crimes with yearly crime rate of 64.14 (year) or 5.34 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Cotswold.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cotswold)CrimesRank (Cotswold)CrimesRank (Cotswold)
St Michael's49 1685 1663 1
Northleach31 6495 3528 2
Fosseridge39 2244 10307 5
The Beeches37 3329 5249 9
Campden & Vale34 4390 4352 4
Ermin15 13258 9285 6
Bourton Village20 10320 6196 13
Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South14 14299 7267 7
Moreton West25 7272 8258 8
Abbey25 8210 11240 10
The Ampneys & Hampton20 9177 14191 14
Blockley4 27184 13223 11
Chedworth & Churn Valley19 11190 12218 12
Chesterton17 12125 21113 18
Stow10 21149 18165 15
South Cerney Village14 15176 1598 22
Tetbury with Upton12 19174 16142 16
Grumbolds Ash with Avening13 16162 17114 17
Fairford North12 17130 1987 25
Tetbury Town12 18114 23112 20
Sandywell5 25127 20112 19
Moreton East10 2098 2581 27
The Rissingtons8 23118 2299 21
Bourton Vale9 2277 2676 28
Tetbury East & Rural5 2676 2797 23
Kemble8 24111 2495 24
Four Acres1 2957 2982 26
Siddington & Cerney Rural1 3171 2866 29
New Mills3 2849 3049 30
Stratton1 3042 3141 31

Watermoor Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 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 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (22 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202511
January 202516
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20247
August 202414
July 20247
June 202422
May 202413
April 202412

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20247
July 20241
June 20246
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 29 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20246
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 170 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202515
January 202517
December 20246
November 202414
October 202417
September 202414
August 202419
July 202413
June 202420
May 202415
April 20248

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
July 20243
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 51 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20245
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 202420
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 38 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Watermoor in March 2025

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

1. Kingsmead (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. School Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Drugs2
4. St Michaels Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Swindon Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Gegg Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Preston Leigh (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
8. Watermoor Road (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
9. Stepstairs Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Sperringate (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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