Portishead Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Portishead’s crime profile in June 2023, accounting for 31.3% of all reported crimes. At 5.0 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 41.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000—a significant gap that reflects the town’s character as a relatively tranquil coastal community. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences, while lower than the UK average, may be influenced by the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where interactions between residents and visitors can occasionally escalate. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, further contributes to the town’s crime picture, though it remains 32% below the UK average. This suggests that while localised tensions exist, they are not yet at levels seen in larger urban centres. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and the onset of tourist activity—may explain the sharp rise in shoplifting, which jumped 260% compared to May. This increase could be linked to the influx of visitors to Portishead’s coastal attractions, creating opportunities for retail crime that are not typically seen during the winter months. However, the overall low crime rate and the absence of significant spikes in property crime suggest that the area’s policing strategies and community cohesion are effective in managing risks. The relatively low incidence of burglary and vehicle crime further reinforces the idea that Portishead’s built-up area is not a high-risk location for these types of offences, due to its smaller scale and tighter-knit community compared to more densely populated regions.

June 2023 saw a sharp 260% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 5 to 18. This surge, while still below the UK average by 30%, highlights a growing trend in retail crime that may be linked to summer shopping patterns or increased foot traffic in local businesses. Conversely, public order offences dropped 77.8% from 9 to 2, a decline consistent with the quieter start of summer in a coastal area. Other theft also rose by 160%, suggesting a shift in criminal focus toward personal property. Violence and sexual offences remained the largest single category, accounting for 31.3% of all crimes—45% below the UK average. This category’s relatively low rate may reflect the town’s demographic profile, with fewer transient populations compared to larger urban centres. The 100% drop in burglary and possession of weapons further underscores the area’s lower risk profile for violent and property crimes.

Portishead's crime rate in June 2023 fell to 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 12.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in coastal areas, where summer months often see reduced property crime as tourism infrastructure shifts focus. Over the course of June, 128 crimes were reported—roughly 4 crimes per day, translating to one reported crime for every 199 residents. This monthly exposure rate suggests that, while crime remains a concern, the frequency is significantly lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a 0.5% chance of being directly involved in a crime during the month, a figure that compares favourably to many comparable UK towns. The decrease in burglary and public order offences—down 50% and 77.8% respectively—may reflect the impact of local policing initiatives or natural seasonal shifts in community activity patterns.