Crime Rate in Cinderford West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cinderford West

The total recorded crimes in Cinderford West, Forest of Dean, UK in January 2026 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cinderford West crime rate of 25.04 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 West, encompassing approximately 878 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-71.43% decrease)
Cinderford West Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Branch with total crimes: 6
  • Market Street with total crimes: 4
  • Commercial Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cinderford West?

To understand the safety of Cinderford West, we need to analyze Cinderford West 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 West reported a higher crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 512 crimes compared to 303. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Cinderford West witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

    • In 2023, Cinderford West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 447 crimes compared to 302. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cinderford West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cinderford West Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Cinderford West has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 25.04 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Cinderford West crimes were 512. The crime rate of Cinderford West in 2024 was 582.75 (year) or 48.56 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cinderford West were around 447 crimes with yearly crime rate of 508.76 (year) or 42.40 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Cinderford West)CrimesRank (Cinderford West)CrimesRank (Cinderford West)
Coleford51 2801 1804 1
Lydney East52 1634 2753 2
Newent & Taynton35 4502 5559 3
Cinderford East35 3507 4463 5
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook28 5480 6524 4
Longhope & Huntley25 6305 9346 8
Tidenham20 9372 7363 7
Berry Hill23 7325 8301 10
Ruspidge17 10296 10304 9
Bream9 15246 11226 11
Lydney West & Aylburton16 11215 14220 12
Newnham11 14234 12188 14
Hartpury & Redmarley13 12188 15150 15
Pillowell5 19217 13193 13
St. Briavels12 13150 16132 16
Lydney North7 1644 2144 21
Dymock5 18135 17107 17
Westbury-on-Severn6 1773 1866 19
Newland & Sling3 2067 2089 18
Lydbrook2 2169 1959 20

Cinderford West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 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 7 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 177 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202615
December 20258
November 202517
October 202510
September 202511
August 202522
July 20257
June 202518
May 202524
April 202524
March 202511
February 202510

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20252
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 135 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20257
November 20258
October 20258
September 20257
August 202513
July 202521
June 202514
May 202510
April 202514
March 202518
February 202513

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20252
October 20251
August 20254
July 20256
May 20254
April 20254
March 20255

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20254
October 20255
August 20256
July 20255
June 20254
May 20255
April 20258
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20252
October 20255
September 20252
August 20252
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 42 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20254
October 20252
September 20255
August 20256
July 20252
June 20252
May 20258
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253

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

MonthCount
November 20251
September 20251
July 20252
March 20251

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
August 20251
June 20252
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
September 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251

High Crime Locations Cinderford West in January 2026

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

1. The Branch (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
2. Market Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Commercial Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Lantern Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Wesley Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Foundry Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. The Keelings (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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