Filton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Filton’s October 2024 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 28.4% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 8.1 per 1,000. This overall rate masked a nuanced picture, with violent crimes and property crimes nearly evenly distributed—21 and 20 incidents respectively. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.8% of all crimes, making them the most common category, followed by public order offences (19.7%) and anti-social behaviour (15.2%). The balance between property and violent crimes suggests a combination of local factors, such as community dynamics or policing strategies. Seasonal context in October, including darker evenings and Halloween, may have influenced patterns, with public order offences spiking to 114% above the UK average. This anomaly could reflect challenges in managing crowds or enforcing regulations during the month. Conversely, shoplifting and criminal damage saw significant declines, due to heightened security measures or seasonal shifts in consumer behaviour. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where local rates diverge from national trends, particularly in public order offences.

Violent crimes and property crimes were nearly equal in October 2024, with 21 and 20 incidents respectively, reflecting a balanced but concerning mix of crime types. This parity contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes typically dominate. Among month-on-month changes, drugs-related crimes saw a 100% increase, rising from one to two incidents, while shoplifting fell by 66.7%, dropping from six to two. These shifts may indicate seasonal influences, such as Halloween-related activity affecting drug use or retail security measures curbing theft. Public order offences stood out as the most significant departure from the UK average, being 114% higher than the national rate of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly could signal local challenges in managing public spaces, particularly during events or gatherings. The decline in shoplifting, however, may be linked to targeted policing or increased retail security during the month.

Filton's crime rate in October 2024 fell to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 25.1% drop from the previous month’s 7.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and reduced foot traffic in retail areas may have contributed to lower opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly two crimes reported each day in October, a figure that contextualises the rate for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 171 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains lower than the UK average. This statistic, when scaled to the population of 11,314, suggests that the majority of residents experienced no crime during the month. The shift from the prior month’s rate also reflects a broader trend in local policing efforts. The population context reinforces that Filton’s crime profile is distinct from national averages, with its low rate indicating a relatively safe environment compared to other areas.