Crime Rate in Cinderford East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cinderford East

The total recorded crimes in Cinderford East, Forest of Dean, UK in March 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cinderford East crime rate of 2.88 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 Cinderford East, encompassing approximately 9,017 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-47.83% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-36.36% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cinderford East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Giles Court with total crimes: 3
  • Edge Hills Close with total crimes: 3
  • Pinewood Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cinderford East?

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

  • Relative to Forest of Dean:

    • In 2024, Cinderford East reported a higher crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 507 crimes compared to 303. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Cinderford East witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cinderford East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 463 crimes compared to 302. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cinderford East witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Cinderford East has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Cinderford East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cinderford East has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 2.88 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Cinderford East crimes were 507. The crime rate of Cinderford East in 2024 was 56.23 (year) or 4.69 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cinderford East were around 463 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.35 (year) or 4.28 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)
Coleford51 3801 1804 1
Newent & Taynton57 1502 5559 3
Lydney East56 2634 2753 2
Cinderford West51 4512 3447 6
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook44 5480 6524 4
Tidenham28 6372 7363 7
Berry Hill28 7325 8301 10
Longhope & Huntley21 12305 9346 8
Ruspidge21 11296 10304 9
Lydney West & Aylburton26 9215 14220 12
St. Briavels21 10150 16132 16
Bream20 13246 11226 11
Newnham19 14234 12188 14
Pillowell9 19217 13193 13
Hartpury & Redmarley19 15188 15150 15
Westbury-on-Severn13 1673 1866 19
Dymock11 17135 17107 17
Newland & Sling9 1867 2089 18
Lydbrook2 2069 1959 20
Lydney North1 2144 2144 21

Cinderford East 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 Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 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 (10 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 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 (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 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 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 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
February 20251
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 230 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202523
January 202517
December 202419
November 202412
October 202411
September 202415
August 202412
July 202415
June 202444
May 202427
April 202423

A total of 117 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 202516
December 20248
November 202410
October 202412
September 20247
August 202411
July 202410
June 202414
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
June 20248
April 20241

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20241
August 20241
April 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Cinderford East in March 2025

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

1. Giles Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Edge Hills Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
3. Pinewood Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Forest Rise (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Danby Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Victoria Vale (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Beacons View Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Latimer Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Greenhill Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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