Filton Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Filton’s built-up area recorded 107 crimes in March 2025, translating to a crime rate of 9.5 per 1,000 residents—21.8% above the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure, when contextualised for Filton’s population of 11,314, equates to roughly 1 in 106 residents experiencing a crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (27 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (19) and other theft (10). These patterns align with the characteristics of a mid-sized urban area, where community density and social interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crimes. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing, could have influenced activity levels, increasing opportunities for offences such as anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the data also reveals a complex mix of trends: while violence and sexual offences are 12% below the UK average, burglary rates are 221% above, a disparity that may reflect Filton’s specific spatial dynamics, such as the concentration of residential properties or the presence of commercial zones that attract opportunistic crimes. The relatively high rate of anti-social behaviour (36% above the UK average) raises questions about local community engagement or policing strategies without further analysis. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in bicycle theft (75% month-on-month) may signal improved security measures or seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during colder months. Overall, the crime picture for Filton in March 2025 highlights both areas of concern and anomalies that warrant closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.

March 2025 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with other theft surging by 150% (from 4 to 10 incidents) and anti-social behaviour increasing by 111.1% (from 9 to 19). These jumps suggest a possible intensification of local tensions or unmet community needs. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity or improved security measures. Violent crimes, while still the most frequent category (25.2% of total), were 12% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), an anomaly that may reflect Filton’s demographic profile or local policing effectiveness. Burglary rates were 221% above the UK average (0.9 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a stark contrast that could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and higher property density. Residents might find the 36% spike in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as it far exceeds national trends and may indicate a need for targeted interventions.

Filton’s crime rate in March 2025 rose to 9.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.0% increase from the previous month’s 8.8 per 1,000. This upward trend suggests a growing demand for local policing resources, particularly in addressing specific crime types. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while not extreme, reflects a consistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of March, 1 in every 106 residents reported a crime, underscoring the monthly exposure to crime in this community. When viewed against the population of 11,314, this ratio illustrates the tangible impact of crime on everyday life, even if the overall rate remains below the levels seen in larger urban centres. The shift from winter to spring, with longer evenings, may have influenced outdoor activity patterns, potentially affecting the timing and frequency of certain offences. However, the absence of a UK-wide daily crime comparison means local context must be interpreted solely through Filton’s own metrics.