The total recorded crimes in Bream, Forest of Dean, UK in March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bream crime rate of 20.29 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 Bream, encompassing approximately 985 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Bream, we need to analyze Bream crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Forest of Dean:
In 2024, Bream demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 246 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.
In 2023, Bream had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 226 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Bream has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the Bream has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 20.29 ranking 13th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK
In 2024, the total Bream crimes were 246. The crime rate of Bream in 2024 was 249.52 (year) or 20.79 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, the total crimes in Bream were around 226 crimes with yearly crime rate of 229.23 (year) or 19.10 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Forest of Dean) | Crimes | Rank (Forest of Dean) | Crimes | Rank (Forest of Dean) | |
| Coleford | 51 | 3 | 801 | 1 | 804 | 1 |
| Newent & Taynton | 57 | 1 | 502 | 5 | 559 | 3 |
| Lydney East | 56 | 2 | 634 | 2 | 753 | 2 |
| Cinderford West | 51 | 4 | 512 | 3 | 447 | 6 |
| Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook | 44 | 5 | 480 | 6 | 524 | 4 |
| Cinderford East | 26 | 8 | 507 | 4 | 463 | 5 |
| Tidenham | 28 | 6 | 372 | 7 | 363 | 7 |
| Berry Hill | 28 | 7 | 325 | 8 | 301 | 10 |
| Longhope & Huntley | 21 | 12 | 305 | 9 | 346 | 8 |
| Ruspidge | 21 | 11 | 296 | 10 | 304 | 9 |
| Lydney West & Aylburton | 26 | 9 | 215 | 14 | 220 | 12 |
| St. Briavels | 21 | 10 | 150 | 16 | 132 | 16 |
| Newnham | 19 | 14 | 234 | 12 | 188 | 14 |
| Pillowell | 9 | 19 | 217 | 13 | 193 | 13 |
| Hartpury & Redmarley | 19 | 15 | 188 | 15 | 150 | 15 |
| Westbury-on-Severn | 13 | 16 | 73 | 18 | 66 | 19 |
| Dymock | 11 | 17 | 135 | 17 | 107 | 17 |
| Newland & Sling | 9 | 18 | 67 | 20 | 89 | 18 |
| Lydbrook | 2 | 20 | 69 | 19 | 59 | 20 |
| Lydney North | 1 | 21 | 44 | 21 | 44 | 21 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (9 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 9 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 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 (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (16 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 5 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| April 2024 | 4 |
A total of 85 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 9 |
| February 2025 | 9 |
| January 2025 | 6 |
| December 2024 | 5 |
| November 2024 | 7 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 7 |
| July 2024 | 7 |
| June 2024 | 16 |
| May 2024 | 7 |
| April 2024 | 4 |
A total of 101 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 15 |
| January 2025 | 7 |
| December 2024 | 7 |
| November 2024 | 8 |
| October 2024 | 10 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 8 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 12 |
| May 2024 | 12 |
| April 2024 | 12 |
A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 3 |
A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bream postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 9 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |