Bristol Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bristol's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 10.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.1% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 16.6% month-on-month decline from the previous month's rate of 12.9, remains markedly higher than the national benchmark. The city's crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (35.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (12.1%) and public order offences (9.8%). These patterns align with Bristol's status as a major urban centre with a dynamic social and economic environment. The elevated rates of public order offences (116% above UK average) and shoplifting (59% above UK average) may be influenced by seasonal factors, including the dark evenings of late November and the commercial activity surrounding Black Friday. However, the significant decrease in shoplifting (27.7%) during the month suggests that targeted retail security measures may have had an impact. The high rate of bicycle theft (186% above UK average) could be attributed to Bristol's cycling infrastructure and the associated risks of bike theft in densely populated areas. This data illustrates the combination of urban demographics, seasonal activity, and local policing efforts in shaping crime trends.

November 2024 saw an 18.3% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 60 to 71 incidents. This uptick, though modest, contrasts with significant declines in other categories: anti-social behaviour fell by 28.5% (901 to 644), shoplifting dropped by 27.7% (722 to 522), and theft from the person decreased by 44.2% (52 to 29). These fluctuations highlight shifting patterns in local crime, with public order offences (1.1 per 1,000) and shoplifting (1.1 per 1,000) both exceeding UK averages by over 100%. Bicycle theft (0.2 per 1,000) was 186% above the national rate, a figure that may reflect Bristol's cycling culture and the prevalence of bike theft in urban areas. For residents, the 27.7% drop in shoplifting could indicate the effectiveness of retail security measures during the Black Friday shopping period.

Bristol's crime rate in November 2024 (10.8 per 1,000) marked a 16.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 12.9 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 93 residents, a figure that underscores the monthly exposure to crime in this densely populated urban area. On a daily basis, the local rate translated to approximately 177 crimes per day, a statistic that highlights the persistent nature of crime in Bristol despite the month-on-month decline. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 494,399 residents of Bristol experienced a crime rate nearly 42% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by factors such as Bristol's status as a major urban centre with a vibrant economy and diverse demographics. This context suggests that while the local rate has decreased, the absolute number of crimes remains significantly elevated compared to the national picture.