Crime Rate in Westgate: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westgate

The total recorded crimes in Westgate, Gloucester, UK in March 2025 are around 548 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westgate crime rate of 4.03 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 Westgate, encompassing approximately 135,888 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (163) incidents (31.45% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (113) incidents (28.41% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (81) incidents (102.50% increase)
Westgate Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 56
  • St John'S Lane with total crimes: 26
  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 24

How safe is Westgate?

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

  • Relative to Gloucester:

    • In 2024, Westgate reported a higher crime volume than the Gloucester average, with 6,071 crimes compared to 1,122. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Westgate witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Westgate experienced a greater number of crimes than the Gloucester average, with 4,581 crimes compared to 981. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Westgate witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gloucester, Westgate has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Westgate Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Westgate has recorded 548 crimes with crime rate of 1.94 ranking 1th out of 17 in the Gloucester, UK

In 2024, the total Westgate crimes were 6,071. The crime rate of Westgate in 2024 was 44.68 (year) or 3.72 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Gloucester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westgate were around 4,581 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.71 (year) or 2.81 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Gloucester.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gloucester)CrimesRank (Gloucester)CrimesRank (Gloucester)
Barton and Tredworth168 22,095 22,321 2
Kingsholm and Wotton148 31,990 31,883 3
Matson, Robinswood and White City120 41,775 41,649 4
Moreland111 51,339 51,439 5
Tuffley62 71,120 6807 6
Kingsway83 6781 9586 8
Barnwood59 8812 7731 7
Quedgeley Fieldcourt36 12787 8528 9
Coney Hill54 9510 10482 11
Podsmead53 10477 13483 10
Grange34 13485 11452 12
Quedgeley Severn Vale41 11479 12418 13
Longlevens15 18352 14321 14
Abbeydale32 14319 16225 17
Hucclecote25 16345 15301 15
Elmbridge31 15276 17283 16
Abbeymead16 17175 18165 18

Westgate Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (163 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (113 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 124 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 88 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (145 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (82 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 160 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 89 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (153 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (106 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (170 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (107 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (160 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (93 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (196 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (115 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 155 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 85 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (288 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (168 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (180 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (109 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (165 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (74 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1216 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 101.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 168 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025113
February 202588
January 202582
December 202489
November 2024106
October 2024107
September 202493
August 2024115
July 202485
June 2024168
May 2024109
April 202461

A total of 652 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 54.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202553
February 202546
January 202563
December 202434
November 202458
October 202439
September 202453
August 202462
July 202455
June 202484
May 202460
April 202445

A total of 189 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202514
January 202517
December 202417
November 202417
October 202412
September 202418
August 202423
July 202417
June 202420
May 20248
April 202412

A total of 289 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202533
February 202523
January 202524
December 202422
November 202418
October 202415
September 202429
August 202419
July 202430
June 202452
May 202415
April 20249

A total of 182 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202514
January 202510
December 202419
November 202412
October 202416
September 202412
August 202418
July 20249
June 202426
May 202420
April 20249

A total of 2059 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 171.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 288 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025163
February 2025124
January 2025145
December 2024160
November 2024153
October 2024170
September 2024160
August 2024196
July 2024155
June 2024288
May 2024180
April 2024165

A total of 366 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202528
January 202530
December 202426
November 202425
October 202434
September 202431
August 202429
July 202429
June 202448
May 202423
April 202425

A total of 61 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20242
October 20245
September 20248
August 20244
June 202414
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 782 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 65.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202581
February 202540
January 202552
December 202441
November 202468
October 202456
September 202474
August 202468
July 202452
June 2024104
May 202472
April 202474

A total of 97 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.82 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 20255
December 20244
November 202417
October 20248
September 202413
August 202413
July 20245
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 88 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202510
January 202510
December 20242
November 20248
October 202412
September 20243
August 20244
July 20249
June 20244
May 202413
April 20247

A total of 89 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
November 20246
October 202410
September 202410
August 20248
July 20248
June 202420
May 20248
April 20244

A total of 91 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202512
January 202511
December 20247
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 20246
July 20246
June 202412
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 55 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20244
April 20249

High Crime Locations Westgate in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total56
Shoplifting18
Violence and sexual offences14
Public order11
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime2
Possession of weapons1
2. St John'S Lane (Map)
Total26
Shoplifting20
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total24
Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
4. College Street (Map)
Total21
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
5. Nightclub (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Russell Street (Map)
Total18
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2
Burglary1
Public order1
7. Shopping Area (Map)
Total17
Public order4
Shoplifting4
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
8. Norfolk Street (Map)
Total15
Anti-social behaviour5
Drugs4
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total14
Other theft5
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Spread Eagle Road (Map)
Total14
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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