Crime Rate in Chalford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chalford

The total recorded crimes in Chalford, Stroud, UK in July 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chalford crime rate of 2.69 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 Chalford, encompassing approximately 6,320 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Chalford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dr Middletons Road with total crimes: 4
  • Padin Close with total crimes: 2
  • Toadsmoor Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Chalford?

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

  • Relative to Stroud:

    • In 2024, Chalford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stroud average, with 223 crimes compared to 332.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Chalford recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 26 other areas in the Stroud.

    • In 2023, Chalford had fewer crimes than the Stroud average, with 220 crimes compared to 301. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Chalford recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 26 other areas in the Stroud.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chalford Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Chalford has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 2.69 ranking 18th out of 26 in the Stroud, UK

In 2024, the total Chalford crimes were 223. The crime rate of Chalford in 2024 was 35.28 (year) or 2.94 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Stroud.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chalford were around 220 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.81 (year) or 2.90 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Stroud.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chalford)CrimesRank (Chalford)CrimesRank (Chalford)
Stonehouse56 3633 3708 1
Stroud Central126 11,052 1676 2
Dursley58 2653 2623 3
Cainscross28 12497 7535 4
Hardwicke49 4539 4400 7
Berkeley Vale42 5513 6482 5
Painswick and Upton31 10519 5326 11
Nailsworth39 7439 9445 6
Severn41 6462 8388 8
Cam West32 8243 15261 15
Stroud Slade30 11420 10354 9
Wotton-under-Edge32 9416 11335 10
Stroud Valley28 13297 13303 12
Rodborough23 14353 12289 13
Cam East23 15239 16263 14
Stroud Farmhill and Paganhill8 24248 14235 17
Stroud Trinity10 22185 19240 16
Minchinhampton22 16225 17169 20
The Stanleys18 17169 20176 19
Thrupp15 19116 2298 23
Bisley15 20104 2396 24
Stroud Uplands14 21136 21161 21
Amberley and Woodchester7 2690 24112 22
Coaley and Uley9 2387 2595 25
Randwick, Whiteshill and Ruscombe7 2546 2745 27
Kingswood6 2769 2691 26

Chalford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 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 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 83 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 202510
May 20257
April 202510
March 20255
February 20255
January 202510
December 20249
November 20242
October 20248
September 202411
August 20242

A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20247

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20253
November 20242
October 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253

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

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Chalford in July 2025

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

1. Dr Middletons Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Padin Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Toadsmoor Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Stony Riding (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sturmyes Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Middle Hill (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Eagle Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Brantwood Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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