Crime Rate in Pillowell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pillowell

The total recorded crimes in Pillowell, Forest of Dean, UK in July 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pillowell crime rate of 37.03 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 Pillowell, encompassing approximately 405 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Bicycle theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Pillowell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Crown Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2
  • Pillowell Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Pillowell?

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

  • Relative to Forest of Dean:

    • In 2024, Pillowell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 217 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Pillowell recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

    • In 2023, Pillowell had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 193 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pillowell recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Pillowell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Pillowell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Pillowell has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 37.03 ranking 15th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Pillowell crimes were 217. The crime rate of Pillowell in 2024 was 535.67 (year) or 44.64 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pillowell were around 193 crimes with yearly crime rate of 476.43 (year) or 39.70 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pillowell)CrimesRank (Pillowell)CrimesRank (Pillowell)
Coleford71 2801 1804 1
Lydney East72 1634 2753 2
Newent & Taynton58 3502 5559 3
Cinderford West49 5512 3447 6
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook43 6480 6524 4
Cinderford East58 4507 4463 5
Tidenham25 8372 7363 7
Bream30 7246 11226 11
Longhope & Huntley17 14305 9346 8
Berry Hill17 13325 8301 10
Ruspidge24 9296 10304 9
Lydney West & Aylburton21 10215 14220 12
Newnham21 11234 12188 14
Hartpury & Redmarley20 12188 15150 15
St. Briavels12 16150 16132 16
Dymock10 17135 17107 17
Newland & Sling9 1867 2089 18
Westbury-on-Severn1 2173 1866 19
Lydbrook4 2069 1959 20
Lydney North5 1944 2144 21

Pillowell 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 5 incidents, and Bicycle theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 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 (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences 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 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 67 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202510
May 20256
April 20253
March 20253
February 20256
January 20254
December 20249
November 20243
October 202411
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 42 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20255
April 20255
March 20253
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

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

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Pillowell in July 2025

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

1. Crown Lane (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Pillowell Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parkend Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. New Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Tylers Way (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Chapel Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. School Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Wesley Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Kidnalls Drive (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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