Crime in Bidford-on-Avon: statistics, rates and trends
421 crimes were recorded in Bidford-on-Avon in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bidford-on-Avon at a glance
- Crime trends in Bidford-on-Avon
- Types of crime in Bidford-on-Avon
- Bidford-on-Avon compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Bidford-on-Avon
- Streets with the most crime in Bidford-on-Avon
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bidford-on-Avon
- Population and deprivation in Bidford-on-Avon
- Questions about crime in Bidford-on-Avon
- About this data
421 crimes were recorded in Bidford-on-Avon in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 176 reports (42% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Bidford-on-Avon has the 1,050th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bidford-on-Avon | Stratford-on-Avon | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 421 | 9,402 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 55.7 | 64.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +10% | -0% | -1% |
| Population | 7,557 | 146,258 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bidford-on-Avon was highest in the year to July 2020 (530 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (377). Over the whole period it fell 8%, 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 | 421 | 55.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 381 | 50.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 377 | 49.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 390 | 51.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 377 | 49.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 497 | 65.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 530 | 70.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 437 | 57.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 457 | 60.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 39 |
| June 2026 | 22 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 37 |
| March 2026 | 42 |
| February 2026 | 55 |
| January 2026 | 25 |
| December 2025 | 21 |
| November 2025 | 47 |
| October 2025 | 22 |
| September 2025 | 44 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bidford-on-Avon 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 anti-social behaviour (+35%) and violence and sexual offences (+29%).
The largest falls were in other crime (-35%) and vehicle crime (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 176 | 23.3 | 0.68 | +29% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 96 | 12.7 | 0.83 | +35% |
| Public order | 30 | 4.0 | 0.60 | +20% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 29 | 3.8 | 0.57 | -12% |
| Burglary | 27 | 3.6 | 1.01 | -4% |
| Other theft | 18 | 2.4 | 0.37 | -10% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 2.0 | 0.40 | -29% |
| Other crime | 13 | 1.7 | 0.81 | -35% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.9 | 0.95 | -12% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.7 | 0.49 | -29% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.4 | 0.12 | -50% |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0.3 | 0.03 | -60% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bidford-on-Avon
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 176 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 41.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bidford-on-Avon
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 96 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 22.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bidford-on-Avon
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bidford-on-Avon
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bidford-on-Avon
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bidford-on-Avon
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bidford-on-Avon
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bidford-on-Avon
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bidford-on-Avon
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bidford-on-Avon
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bidford-on-Avon
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bidford-on-Avon
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bidford-on-Avon recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Bidford-on-Avon, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bidford-on-Avon.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bidford-on-Avon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcester | 570 | 91.6 | +64% |
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 3,190 | 110.9 | +99% |
| Evesham | 2,730 | 93.8 | +68% |
| Studley | 434 | 68.4 | +23% |
| Redditch | 6,881 | 91.0 | +63% |
| Pershore | 825 | 93.6 | +68% |
| Wellesbourne | 343 | 46.1 | -17% |
| Shipston-on-Stour | 378 | 58.2 | +4% |
2 areas within Bidford-on-Avon, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Bidford East had the highest rate (67.0 per 1,000) and Bidford West the lowest (27.7). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bidford East | Neighbourhood | 5,388 | 361 | 67.0 |
| Bidford West | Neighbourhood | 2,169 | 60 | 27.7 |
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 Bidford-on-Avon over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Copenhagen Way | 26 |
| On or near Ash Place | 21 |
| On or near Wessons Road | 16 |
| On or near Jubilee Close | 14 |
| On or near Longford Close | 13 |
| On or near Oak Place | 12 |
| On or near The Leys | 12 |
| On or near High Street | 11 |
| On or near Elm Place | 10 |
| On or near Greengage Close | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bidford-on-Avon 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 | 187 | 44.4% |
| Not recorded | 96 | 22.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 92 | 21.9% |
| Under investigation | 18 | 4.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 11 | 2.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 1.9% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.2% |
Bidford-on-Avon has an estimated population of 7,557. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bidford-on-Avon sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bidford-on-Avon |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.9% |
| Social rented homes | 14.4% |
| Private rented homes | 10.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Bidford-on-Avon a safe place to live?
Bidford-on-Avon recorded 55.7 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 Bidford-on-Avon?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 176 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (96).
Is crime in Bidford-on-Avon going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bidford-on-Avon was up 10% on the year before: 421 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 381 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bidford-on-Avon?
Bidford-on-Avon is policed by Warwickshire. 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 Bidford-on-Avon. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.