Portishead Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Portishead’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 26.9% below the UK average of 7.8. This position as a safer area than the national average is evident across multiple categories, though the profile of crime here differs from the UK norm. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 45.9% of all reported incidents—a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category. This concentration of violent crime may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where interactions in public areas are common. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.4% of total crimes, while public order offences (11%) showed a small but notable deviation, being 9% above the UK average. These patterns are consistent with Portishead’s character as a coastal town with a blend of historic architecture, retail hubs, and community-focused amenities. The seasonal shift in March—earlier sunsets giving way to longer evenings—may have influenced public order incidents. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, were below the UK average, with shoplifting at 56% below and vehicle crime at 74% below. This could be attributed to the area’s limited retail density and strong local policing presence. While the rate of violent crime is higher than the UK average for this category, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower, suggesting a combination of factors including community engagement, infrastructure, and local demographics.

March 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons increased by 100% compared to February, rising from zero to two incidents—a rare but concerning development. Theft from the person also doubled, marking a sharp rise from zero to one incident. Meanwhile, public order offences surged by 77.8%, likely influenced by the transition to spring and extended evening hours. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 63.2% to seven incidents, a significant drop from 19 in February. This decline may reflect heightened policing efforts or seasonal shifts in retail activity. Other crime fell by 80%, from five to one incident. Portishead’s violent crime rate (2.6 per 1,000) is 5% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.9 per 1,000) is 28% below national levels. These disparities highlight the area’s unique dynamics, where community cohesion and local initiatives may contribute to lower rates of disorder and property crime.

Portishead's crime rate in March 2025 remained stable at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, matching the figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five reported crimes per day, a figure that reflects the low overall rate relative to the UK average. Over the course of March, one crime was reported for every 174 residents, underscoring the relatively low exposure to crime for local residents. When compared to the UK average, Portishead’s position as a safer area is reinforced by its 26.9% deficit in crime rate. This contrast is particularly notable in categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are significantly below national levels. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that residents face a lower likelihood of encountering crime than the average UK citizen, a pattern consistent with the area’s character as a mixed-use coastal town with a strong community presence.