Crime Rate in Coleford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Coleford

The total recorded crimes in Coleford, Forest of Dean, UK in January 2026 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Coleford crime rate of 8.09 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 Coleford, encompassing approximately 6,302 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
Coleford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Crescent Close with total crimes: 9
  • Poolway Court with total crimes: 4
  • Clover Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Coleford?

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

  • Relative to Forest of Dean:

    • In 2024, Coleford reported a higher crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 801 crimes compared to 303. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Coleford witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

    • In 2023, Coleford experienced a greater number of crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 804 crimes compared to 302. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Coleford witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Coleford Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Coleford has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 8.09 ranking 2th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Coleford crimes were 801. The crime rate of Coleford in 2024 was 127.10 (year) or 10.59 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Coleford were around 804 crimes with yearly crime rate of 127.57 (year) or 10.63 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Coleford)CrimesRank (Coleford)CrimesRank (Coleford)
Lydney East52 1634 2753 2
Newent & Taynton35 4502 5559 3
Cinderford West22 8512 3447 6
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

Coleford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (33 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 268 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202616
December 202516
November 202515
October 202523
September 202527
August 202514
July 202521
June 202538
May 202527
April 202529
March 202515
February 202527

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20255
November 20256
October 20256
September 20253
August 20253
July 20251
June 20254
May 20251
April 20252
March 20255
February 20256

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20252
October 20256
August 20253
June 20253
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 183 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202616
December 20258
November 20258
October 202515
September 202519
August 202517
July 202519
June 202533
May 202515
April 202510
March 202512
February 202511

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20252
November 20252
October 20252
September 20258
August 202512
July 20259
June 20256
May 20253
April 20258
March 20259
February 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
July 20251

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
November 20253
October 20256
September 20255
August 20255
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20256
March 20254
February 20255

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
October 20251
September 20251
July 20252
June 20251
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20252
September 20252
August 20253
July 20256
June 20258
May 20251
April 20252
February 20255

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20252
October 20251
September 20254
July 20253
June 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20253
August 20251
July 20252

A total of 1 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

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

MonthCount
July 20251

High Crime Locations Coleford in January 2026

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

1. Crescent Close (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Public order1
2. Poolway Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Clover Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Market Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Birch Park (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Greenways Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
8. Poolway Rise (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Parkside (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
10. Berrows Mews (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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