Crime Rate in Coleford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Coleford

The total recorded crimes in Coleford, Forest of Dean, UK in March 2025 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-44.44% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (800.00% increase)
Coleford Crime Hotspots

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

  • St John'S Street with total crimes: 5
  • Phoenix Court with total crimes: 4
  • Lewis Glade with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Coleford has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 8.09 ranking 3th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)
Newent & Taynton57 1502 5559 3
Lydney East56 2634 2753 2
Cinderford West51 4512 3447 6
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook44 5480 6524 4
Cinderford East26 8507 4463 5
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

Coleford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 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 (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 279 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202527
January 202522
December 202424
November 202419
October 202413
September 202418
August 202416
July 202442
June 202436
May 202418
April 202429

A total of 179 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202511
January 202513
December 20248
November 202416
October 202415
September 202415
August 202416
July 202415
June 202432
May 20247
April 202419

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20244
April 20244

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20243
July 20241
April 20243

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20245
July 20243
June 202418
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 62 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
September 20246
August 20246
July 202413
June 20248
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246
April 20243

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
November 20243
October 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 45 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20252
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20246
July 20241
June 202412
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
June 20242

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

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Coleford in March 2025

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

1. St John'S Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Phoenix Court (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Lewis Glade (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Ruffet Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Copley Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Nash Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
7. Lord'S Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Fox'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Edinburgh Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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