Crime Rate in Southam South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Southam South

The total recorded crimes in Southam South, Stratford-on-Avon, UK in March 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Southam South crime rate of 20.48 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 Southam South, encompassing approximately 1,123 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Southam South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Hartley Gardens with total crimes: 2
  • Oak Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Southam South?

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

  • Relative to Stratford-on-Avon:

    • In 2024, Southam South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stratford-on-Avon average, with 326 crimes compared to 367.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Southam South witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 35 other cities.

    • In 2023, Southam South had fewer crimes than the Stratford-on-Avon average, with 295 crimes compared to 322. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Southam South witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 35 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stratford-on-Avon, Southam South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Southam South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Southam South has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 20.48 ranking 17th out of 35 in the Stratford-on-Avon, UK

In 2024, the total Southam South crimes were 326. The crime rate of Southam South in 2024 was 290.24 (year) or 24.19 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Stratford-on-Avon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Southam South were around 295 crimes with yearly crime rate of 262.64 (year) or 21.89 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Stratford-on-Avon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stratford-on-Avon)CrimesRank (Stratford-on-Avon)CrimesRank (Stratford-on-Avon)
Bishop's Itchington77 11,670 11,223 1
Avenue53 5888 2808 2
Welford-on-Avon74 2786 4654 5
Welcombe41 8775 5787 3
Guildhall42 6800 3733 4
Napton & Fenny Compton72 3452 9324 12
Studley with Mappleborough Green63 4677 6557 6
Harbury41 7494 8520 7
Hathaway28 12530 7368 8
Ettington30 11363 12363 9
Snitterfield35 9399 10360 10
Bidford East34 10339 13347 11
Brailes & Compton27 13374 11279 14
Long Itchington & Stockton21 21328 14276 15
Bridgetown25 14236 19250 16
Alcester Town25 15196 27204 23
Bishopton18 24283 16237 18
Wotton Wawen23 16217 22237 19
Southam North15 26189 28238 17
Tanworth-in-Arden23 18258 17237 20
Shipston South21 20258 18189 27
Tiddington23 19187 29197 26
Wellesbourne East15 27235 20174 29
Shipston North16 25210 24225 21
Alcester & Rural20 22233 21210 22
Wellesbourne West14 28214 23145 31
Studley with Sambourne18 23172 30164 30
Henley-in-Arden10 31162 31203 24
Shottery10 33206 25201 25
Kineton14 29204 26187 28
Quinton12 30112 3490 33
Bidford West & Salford10 32146 32120 32
Kinwarton6 36115 3385 34
Red Horse10 3473 3646 36
Clopton9 3594 3572 35

Southam South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 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 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (9 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 124 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20256
January 20257
December 202413
November 202418
October 202411
September 20246
August 20248
July 20247
June 202422
May 202410
April 20247

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20252
December 20247
November 202410
October 202410
September 20242
August 20247
July 20241
June 20248
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20245
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20259
December 20241
November 20248
October 20243
September 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
September 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
April 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20242
August 20242
May 20243

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Southam South in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Hartley Gardens (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Oak Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Gauntlet Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Southam Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Abbey Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Warwick Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Berry Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Holt Leys (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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