Crime Rate in Elmbridge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Elmbridge

The total recorded crimes in Elmbridge, Gloucester, UK in January 2026 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Elmbridge crime rate of 2.59 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 Elmbridge, encompassing approximately 13,902 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Elmbridge Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cheltenham Road with total crimes: 5
  • Elmleaze with total crimes: 4
  • Armscroft Crescent with total crimes: 4

How safe is Elmbridge?

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

  • Relative to Gloucester:

    • In 2024, Elmbridge demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gloucester average, with 276 crimes compared to 1122.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Elmbridge recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Gloucester.

    • In 2023, Elmbridge had fewer crimes than the Gloucester average, with 283 crimes compared to 981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Elmbridge recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 17 other areas in the Gloucester.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Elmbridge Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Elmbridge has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 2.59 ranking 12th out of 17 in the Gloucester, UK

In 2024, the total Elmbridge crimes were 276. The crime rate of Elmbridge in 2024 was 19.85 (year) or 1.65 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Gloucester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Elmbridge were around 283 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.36 (year) or 1.70 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Gloucester.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Elmbridge)CrimesRank (Elmbridge)CrimesRank (Elmbridge)
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
Longlevens23 16352 14321 14
Hucclecote20 17345 15301 15
Abbeymead8 18175 18165 18

Elmbridge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 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 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 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 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 48 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20255
November 20251
October 20252
August 20253
July 20256
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253

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

MonthCount
January 20261

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
September 20251
August 20253
July 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
September 20251
August 20254
July 20254
June 20251
May 20256
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
September 20252
August 20253
July 20251
June 20251
May 20256
April 20254
March 20253

A total of 1 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

A total of 122 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202614
December 202512
November 20254
October 202519
September 20254
August 202510
July 20258
June 202512
May 202510
April 20259
March 202511
February 20259

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20253
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20254
October 20251
August 20254
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20252
November 20252
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
August 20251

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20252
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20253
February 20252

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

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251

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

MonthCount
September 20251
August 20251
May 20251

High Crime Locations Elmbridge in January 2026

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

1. Cheltenham Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Public order1
2. Elmleaze (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Armscroft Crescent (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Armscroft Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
5. Argyll Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Elmbridge Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
7. Meadowleaze (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Oakleaze (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
9. Kimberley Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Brunel Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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