Filton Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Filton's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure marks a significant shift from the previous month, reflecting broader patterns in the area's crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 26.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.3%) and public order offences (11.1%). These figures align with the seasonal context of April, a month marked by Easter celebrations, warmer weather, and increased outdoor activity. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local dynamics. For instance, violence and sexual offences in Filton are 35% below the UK average, a contrast to the 9% higher rate of public order offences. This divergence suggests that local factors—such as the area's built-up character and community engagement initiatives—may play a role in shaping these trends. The lower rate of violent crime could be linked to the area's proximity to South Gloucestershire's commuter networks, where routine activity patterns might reduce opportunities for such incidents. However, the rise in bicycle theft and drug-related offences later in the month highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging patterns.

April 2023 witnessed sharp month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with theft from the person and drug-related offences both doubling from zero to two and three incidents respectively. This 100% increase in both categories raises questions about local dynamics, though can be inferred from the data. Bicycle theft also rose by 33.3%, moving from three to four incidents—a notable jump that outpaces other categories. This surge may be linked to the Easter holiday period, when increased outdoor activity and cycling could contribute to higher opportunities for theft. In contrast, violence and sexual offences dropped by 58.7% from the previous month, falling from 46 to 19 incidents. This steep decline could reflect seasonal factors, such as the end of school term holidays in March, which often correlate with higher crime rates. Public order offences also fell by 52.9%, from 17 to 8, though this category remains 9% above the UK average. Meanwhile, the rate of bicycle theft in Filton is 471% higher than the UK average, a striking disparity that may be influenced by the area's infrastructure, such as its proximity to transport hubs or cycling routes. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly concerning, as this category saw no incidents in March but rose to two in April.

Filton's crime rate in April 2023 fell to 6.4 per 1,000, a 42.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.0 per 1,000. This drop positions the area as significantly safer compared to March, though it remains to be seen whether this trend continues. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of two crimes per day in April, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 157 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, though no direct comparison figure is available for Filton. This statistic highlights the relatively low frequency of crime relative to the area's population. The population-scaled perspective also underscores the importance of the 14.7% gap between Filton's rate and the UK average, which may reflect broader socio-economic factors or local policing strategies. However, the disparity in specific categories—such as bicycle theft and drug-related offences—suggests that Filton's crime picture is not uniformly aligned with national trends. The contrast between the area's overall safety and the spikes in certain categories underscores the need for targeted analysis of emerging patterns, particularly as the weather and seasonal activities evolve.