Bradley Stoke Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bradley Stoke's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This built-up area within South Gloucestershire, home to approximately 25,161 residents, exhibits a crime profile that contrasts sharply with national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.3%) and criminal damage and arson (14.8%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes dominate, though both categories remain significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—may contribute to the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s property crime rate (37 incidents) is lower than the UK average, a pattern consistent with the presence of a mixed-use residential and retail environment that likely reduces opportunities for burglary and vehicle crime. However, the spike in criminal damage and arson—17 incidents compared to 7 in April—raises questions about the impact of local events or seasonal factors on property-related offences. While the overall rate remains low, the persistent presence of violent crime underscores the need for targeted community engagement strategies.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery incidents surging by 400% (from 1 to 5) and criminal damage and arson rising by 142.9% (from 7 to 17). These increases, though not reflected in the overall crime rate, indicate a shift in the nature of local crime, possibly linked to seasonal activities or unaddressed community tensions. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 84.2% (from 19 to 3), likely due to reduced traffic during the Easter holiday period or improved security measures. The breakdown of crime types also reveals stark contrasts with national averages: violence and sexual offences in Bradley Stoke are 50% below the UK rate, but robbery is 100% above, suggesting a unique local dynamic. This divergence highlights the importance of area-specific analysis, as factors such as the proximity to local amenities or transient populations may influence certain categories disproportionately. For residents, the rise in robbery—a crime type with no prior increase in the area—presents a notable concern, underscoring the need for vigilance in high-traffic zones.

Bradley Stoke’s crime rate in May 2023 (4.6 per 1,000) marked a 10.9% decrease from April’s 5.1 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend relative to the previous month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent nature of local crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 219 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised against Bradley Stoke’s population of 25,161, illustrates the relatively low frequency of crime in a community that, despite its built-up character, maintains a safer profile than many comparable areas. The reduction in vehicle crime and burglary—down 84.2% and 66.7% respectively—suggests that targeted interventions or environmental factors may be contributing to the decline. However, the 100% increase in robbery compared to the previous month serves as a reminder that even areas with generally low crime rates can experience sudden spikes in specific categories, necessitating ongoing monitoring and community-focused solutions.