Crime Rate in Chalford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chalford

The total recorded crimes in Chalford, Stroud, UK in January 2026 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chalford crime rate of 1.11 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 Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
Chalford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Freame Close with total crimes: 1
  • Eagle Close with total crimes: 1
  • Burleigh View with total crimes: 1

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 January 2026 the Chalford has recorded 7 crimes with crime rate of 1.11 ranking 22th 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.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Chalford)CrimesRank (Chalford)CrimesRank (Chalford)
Stonehouse53 2633 3708 1
Stroud Central77 11,052 1676 2
Dursley48 3653 2623 3
Cainscross21 11497 7535 4
Hardwicke41 4539 4400 7
Berkeley Vale40 5513 6482 5
Painswick and Upton23 9519 5326 11
Nailsworth26 7439 9445 6
Severn26 6462 8388 8
Cam West23 8243 15261 15
Stroud Slade11 19420 10354 9
Wotton-under-Edge18 13416 11335 10
Stroud Valley22 10297 13303 12
Rodborough17 15353 12289 13
Bisley20 12104 2396 24
Cam East10 21239 16263 14
Stroud Farmhill and Paganhill18 14248 14235 17
Stroud Trinity12 18185 19240 16
Minchinhampton15 16225 17169 20
The Stanleys14 17169 20176 19
Coaley and Uley10 2087 2595 25
Stroud Uplands4 25136 21161 21
Amberley and Woodchester2 2790 24112 22
Thrupp6 24116 2298 23
Kingswood6 2369 2691 26
Randwick, Whiteshill and Ruscombe3 2646 2745 27

Chalford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 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 3 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 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 Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 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).

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 74 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20255
November 20257
October 20255
September 20258
August 20255
July 20254
June 202510
May 20257
April 202510
March 20255
February 20255

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 46 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
November 20252
October 20253
September 20256
August 20254
July 20258
June 20254
May 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
October 20252
August 20251
July 20251
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 3 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
October 20251
August 20251

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

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 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20252
September 20252
August 20251
March 20251
February 20252

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

MonthCount
October 20251

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

MonthCount
October 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20251

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

High Crime Locations Chalford in January 2026

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

1. Freame Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Eagle Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Burleigh View (Map)
Total1
Public order1
4. Greys Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Toadsmoor Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Smythe Meadow (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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