Filton Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant crime category in Filton during September 2023, accounting for 30.7% of all reported crimes — a figure that underscores the area's unique crime profile. With 23 incidents recorded, this category outpaced property crimes (30 total) and public order offences (11), though it performed 27% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents marked a 17.5% deficit compared to the national average of 8.0, a gap that may reflect Filton's built-up character within South Gloucestershire. Seasonal factors played a likely role in shaping these patterns, as September's transition from summer to autumn typically coincides with changes in local activity. The presence of a university campus in the area may contribute to fluctuations in violent crime, though the lower-than-average rate suggests effective community policing or other mitigating factors. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences, both above UK averages, hint at pressures linked to retail environments or transient populations. The balance between violent and property crimes — with the former comprising 30.7% and the latter 40% — illustrates a crime profile where interpersonal conflicts and commercial theft intersect, yet remain distinct from the national pattern. This interplay of factors highlights the need for targeted strategies that address both immediate incidents and underlying vulnerabilities.

September saw marked shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting increasing by 57.1% (7 to 11 cases) and public order offences rising by 37.5% (8 to 11). These increases contrast sharply with declines in vehicle crime (-76.9%) and burglary (-50.0%), suggesting a seasonal realignment of criminal activity. The category of violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most prevalent type (30.7% of total), performed 27% below the UK average at 2.0 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may reflect Filton's lower population density compared to major urban centres. Conversely, shoplifting and public order offences both exceeded UK averages by 79% and 61% respectively, indicating localised pressures that warrant closer examination. The 100% increase in drug-related offences — from zero to one case — although statistically significant, remains an isolated incident requiring further contextual analysis. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Filton, where specific categories show stark divergence from national trends.

Filton's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 13.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in built-up areas during early autumn, when school and university calendars shift into routine. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, remains lower than the UK average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 151 residents — a statistic that, when contextualised with Filton's 11,314 population, underscores the area's relatively low crime burden. This monthly aggregate does not reflect daily fluctuations, which may be influenced by factors such as weekend activity or local events. The combination of a sustained downward trend and a manageable daily crime count suggests that Filton's residents face a crime environment that, while not immune to fluctuations, remains comparatively stable compared to the national average.