Crime Rate in Abbeymead: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Abbeymead

The total recorded crimes in Abbeymead, Gloucester, UK in January 2026 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Abbeymead crime rate of 0.74 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 Abbeymead, encompassing approximately 10,841 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
Abbeymead Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kennett Gardens with total crimes: 2
  • Edgeworth Close with total crimes: 1
  • Cornflower Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Abbeymead?

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

  • Relative to Gloucester:

    • In 2024, Abbeymead demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gloucester average, with 175 crimes compared to 1122.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Abbeymead recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Gloucester.

    • In 2023, Abbeymead had fewer crimes than the Gloucester average, with 165 crimes compared to 981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Abbeymead recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Gloucester.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gloucester, Abbeymead has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Abbeymead Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Abbeymead has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 0.74 ranking 18th out of 17 in the Gloucester, UK

In 2024, the total Abbeymead crimes were 175. The crime rate of Abbeymead in 2024 was 16.14 (year) or 1.35 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Gloucester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Abbeymead were around 165 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.22 (year) or 1.27 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Gloucester.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Abbeymead)CrimesRank (Abbeymead)CrimesRank (Abbeymead)
Westgate491 16,071 14,581 1
Barton and Tredworth139 22,095 22,321 2
Kingsholm and Wotton136 31,990 31,883 3
Matson, Robinswood and White City109 41,775 41,649 4
Moreland91 51,339 51,439 5
Tuffley38 101,120 6807 6
Barnwood67 6812 7731 7
Quedgeley Fieldcourt58 7787 8528 9
Kingsway48 8781 9586 8
Podsmead38 9477 13483 10
Coney Hill33 14510 10482 11
Grange34 13485 11452 12
Abbeydale36 11319 16225 17
Quedgeley Severn Vale30 15479 12418 13
Elmbridge36 12276 17283 16
Longlevens23 16352 14321 14
Hucclecote20 17345 15301 15

Abbeymead Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 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 3 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 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 Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Robbery was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20253
November 20253
October 20254
September 20251
August 20259
July 20257
June 202512
May 20255
April 20252
March 20255

A total of 77 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20256
November 20252
October 20256
September 20258
August 20259
July 202510
June 202510
May 20256
April 20254
March 20258
February 20253

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
October 20252
September 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
May 20251
March 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20252
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
April 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
June 20251

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20252
October 20251
September 20254
August 20252
June 20251

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

MonthCount
November 20251

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

MonthCount
October 20252

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
August 20253
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251

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

MonthCount
March 20251

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

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Abbeymead in January 2026

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

1. Kennett Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Edgeworth Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Cornflower Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Mead Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. Bay Tree Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Cotton Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Faldo Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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