Bradley Stoke Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bradley Stoke's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.2% below the UK average of 8.4. This stark contrast with national figures highlights the area's position as one of the UK's safest built-up areas. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 14.7%. These figures align with the area's urban character, where higher population density and community interactions may contribute to such patterns. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely influenced the prevalence of violent and public order offences. Bradley Stoke's crime profile shows a marked deficit in property-related offences compared to the UK average, with shoplifting, vehicle crime, and burglary all significantly below national rates. This could reflect effective local policing strategies, a lower concentration of high-value assets, or demographic factors such as a younger population less inclined toward property crime. The area's overall low crime rate, combined with its proximity to Bristol and the M4 corridor, suggests a balance between urban dynamics and community-focused crime prevention measures. While the slight 6.0% increase from April indicates a minor upward trend, the absolute figures remain well within safe limits for a built-up area of its size.

May 2024 saw a 300% surge in 'other crime' reports, rising from one to four incidents, a shift that may reflect evolving criminal tactics or reporting patterns. This category, which includes offences not falling into standard classifications, now constitutes 3.9% of total crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 42.9% compared to April, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic in retail areas. Violent crime, the most common category, fell by 10.9% from 55 to 49 incidents, though it remains 30% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour saw a 59% deficit against the UK average, suggesting strong community policing efforts or a lower prevalence of disruptive incidents in this area. The 100% increase in possession of weapons reports, from zero to one incident, raises questions about potential spikes in specific criminal activity, though the small number limits definitive conclusions.

Bradley Stoke's crime rate in May 2024 rose 6.0% from the previous month's 3.8 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, is tempered by the area's continued position as one of the UK's safest built-up areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day in May, a figure that aligns with its overall low crime profile. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 247 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively infrequent nature of criminal activity in this community. This contrast with the UK average highlights Bradley Stoke's distinct character as a low-crime urban area, where public safety initiatives and community cohesion may play a role in maintaining lower rates. The local population of 25,161 further contextualises these figures, showing that even with a small increase, the absolute number of crimes remains well below national benchmarks.