Alveston Crime Rate

Introduction to Alveston Crime Statistics

Alveston reports an overall crime rate of 51.1 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is significantly lower than the UK average crime rate of 93.1 per 1,000, contributing to a strong Safety Score of 87 out of 100. However, the recent trend indicates that the crime rate is increasing, having risen by 6.8% year-on-year. While Alveston remains a statistically low-risk area, the upward trend suggests that local vigilance is necessary to maintain its high safety profile.

Alveston Crime Type Analysis

Violence and sexual offences are overwhelmingly the most common crimes in Alveston, accounting for 45.5% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 23.2 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common offence (16.0%, 8.2 per 1,000), followed by Public order offences (14.7%, 7.5 per 1,000).

The overall property crime rate in Alveston is exceptionally low at 8.8 per 1,000 people, significantly safer than the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. Property crime is largely composed of Criminal damage and arson (8 crimes), Burglary (8 crimes), and Vehicle crime (5 crimes). The extremely low volume across all property categories suggests that residents face minimal risk of theft or break-ins. The high proportion of 'Other' crimes in the time breakdown indicates that public order and anti-social issues are the main community concerns, rather than opportunistic property offences.

Alveston Crime Trends

Alveston has experienced an increasing crime trend over the last year, with an overall rise of 6.8% year-on-year. Monthly data shows that crime rates remained relatively consistent, fluctuating between 2.6 and 5.9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The lowest rate was recorded in May (2.6/1,000), while the highest spike occurred in April (5.9/1,000) and March (5.6/1,000). Despite the annual increase, the overall low volume of crime suggests the area remains highly safe, but the upward trend indicates that local vigilance should be maintained.

How To Keep Safe in Alveston

The most prevalent crime in Alveston is Violence and sexual offences, which accounts for over 45% of all reported incidents. Residents should prioritise personal safety and community vigilance.

1. High Personal Awareness: Given the high proportion of violence and public order offences, be cautious when out late, especially near public gathering spots, and avoid confrontational situations.
2. Residential Burglary Prevention: Burglary is the highest property crime. Ensure all windows and doors are secured, particularly during the peak risk times of afternoon and night.
3. Secure Vehicles: Although vehicle crime is low, always remove all valuables and park in a secure, well-lit area, as vehicle crime is a notable risk at night.
4. Report Anti-social Behaviour: Anti-social behaviour is the second-highest crime. Report persistent issues to the local police to ensure the area maintains its high Safety Score.

Crime Time Patterns

Crime activity in Alveston is generally low, but property crime is most likely to occur when properties are unattended. The afternoon period (12pm-6pm) is the busiest, with burglary peaking at 41% of incidents, suggesting properties are targeted during working hours. The morning period (6am-12pm) also sees a high proportion of burglary (26%) and theft (36%). The evening (6pm-12am) shifts focus to 'Other' crimes (violence, public order), which account for 34% of incidents, though burglary remains high (38%). The night period (12am-6am) is dominated by burglary (41%) and vehicle crime (32%), indicating that residential property is the primary nocturnal risk.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Alveston maintains a strong safety profile with a crime rate of 51.1 per 1,000. This rate is substantially safer than its larger neighbour, Thornbury (63.8 per 1,000). It is marginally higher than Olveston (39.4 per 1,000), reflecting its slightly larger size and population. Alveston’s rate is significantly higher than the rural areas of Rudgeway and Tockington (both 0.0 per 1,000). Overall, Alveston ranks as a low-risk, secure community, comparing favourably to other urban settlements in the wider South Gloucestershire area.

Proactive Protection for Alveston Homes

Despite Alveston’s exceptionally low property crime rate of 8.8 per 1,000, the overall crime rate has increased by 6.8% annually, indicating the need for robust security. Traditional security measures are reactive; they notify you or record footage after a break-in has occurred, which is too late for genuine prevention.

scOS, an AI-powered security operating system, offers proactive protection by detecting threats at the property boundary. Using multi-camera intelligence, scOS monitors the perimeter simultaneously, learning normal routines. When a genuine threat is identified, it triggers an autonomous response—activating lights and engaging speakers—destroying the element of surprise. This professional-grade deterrence signals to potential intruders, who often decide within 60 seconds, that the property is too high-risk, encouraging them to move on. This proactive approach is essential for mitigating the risk posed by the rising trend.