Crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire: statistics, rates and trends
806 crimes were recorded in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire in the 12 months to July 2026, 70.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire at a glance
- Crime trends in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
- Types of crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
- Woodstock, South Gloucestershire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
- Population and deprivation in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
- Questions about crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
- About this data
806 crimes were recorded in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire in the 12 months to July 2026, 70.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 373 reports (46% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Woodstock, South Gloucestershire has the 2,202nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Woodstock, South Gloucestershire | South Gloucestershire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 806 | 23,957 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 70.6 | 78.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +17% | +11% | -1% |
| Population | 11,412 | 306,332 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire was highest in the year to July 2018 (829 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (687). Over the whole period it fell 3%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 806 | 70.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 687 | 60.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 803 | 70.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 694 | 60.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 822 | 72.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 786 | 68.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 780 | 68.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 795 | 69.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 829 | 72.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 75 |
| June 2026 | 60 |
| May 2026 | 59 |
| April 2026 | 59 |
| March 2026 | 68 |
| February 2026 | 100 |
| January 2026 | 70 |
| December 2025 | 60 |
| November 2025 | 89 |
| October 2025 | 68 |
| September 2025 | 46 |
| August 2025 | 52 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in other theft (+90%) and anti-social behaviour (+43%).
The largest falls were in other crime (-30%) and criminal damage and arson (-17%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 373 | 32.7 | 0.95 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 97 | 8.5 | 0.55 | +43% |
| Public order | 64 | 5.6 | 0.84 | +28% |
| Other theft | 55 | 4.8 | 0.75 | +90% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 49 | 4.3 | 0.63 | -17% |
| Vehicle crime | 35 | 3.1 | 0.62 | -12% |
| Shoplifting | 34 | 3.0 | 0.36 | +100% |
| Burglary | 32 | 2.8 | 0.79 | +10% |
| Drugs | 25 | 2.2 | 0.67 | +127% |
| Other crime | 16 | 1.4 | 0.66 | -30% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 1.1 | 1.08 | +33% |
| Robbery | 10 | 0.9 | 0.65 | +150% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.32 | +200% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.05 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 373 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (32.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 46.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 12.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 90% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 127% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Woodstock, South Gloucestershire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Woodstock, South Gloucestershire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Woodstock, South Gloucestershire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood | 1,310 | 131.7 | +86% |
| Parkwall & Warmley | 598 | 70.2 | -1% |
| New Cheltenham | 632 | 63.5 | -10% |
| Hanham | 726 | 58.0 | -18% |
| Longwell Green | 579 | 64.8 | -8% |
| Staple Hill & Mangotsfield | 1,348 | 100.9 | +43% |
| Bitton & Oldland Common | 525 | 50.0 | -29% |
| Emersons Green | 1,400 | 71.9 | +2% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 65 |
| On or near Kyght Close | 45 |
| On or near Coronation Road | 25 |
| On or near Edgecombe Close | 23 |
| On or near Gee Moors | 21 |
| On or near Pinewood | 21 |
| On or near Belsher Drive | 16 |
| On or near Gilpin Close | 16 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 16 |
| On or near Walnut Lane | 16 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 287 | 35.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 196 | 24.3% |
| Not recorded | 97 | 12.0% |
| Under investigation | 62 | 7.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 48 | 6.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 31 | 3.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 26 | 3.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 16 | 2.0% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 1.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 9 | 1.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.5% |
Woodstock, South Gloucestershire has an estimated population of 11,412. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire sits in decile 5.7, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Woodstock, South Gloucestershire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 68.8% |
| Social rented homes | 18.9% |
| Private rented homes | 12.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.7 |
Is Woodstock, South Gloucestershire a safe place to live?
Woodstock, South Gloucestershire recorded 70.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 373 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (97).
Is crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Woodstock, South Gloucestershire was up 17% on the year before: 806 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 687 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Woodstock, South Gloucestershire?
Woodstock, South Gloucestershire is policed by Avon and Somerset. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Woodstock, South Gloucestershire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.