South Gloucestershire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, South Gloucestershire recorded a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a relatively low level of crime for the area, which is characterised by a mix of urban and rural environments, including suburban communities and industrial zones. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.0% of all reported incidents (641 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (10.4%) and shoplifting (10.0%). This dominance of violent crime over property crime is notable and may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the shorter daylight hours and the timing of Bonfire Night, which can contribute to increased social interactions in public spaces. The area’s crime profile also shows significant disparities compared to the UK average, with anti-social behaviour reported at 52% below the national rate and burglary at 41% below. These figures may be partly explained by the area’s broader demographic composition and the presence of community-focused policing initiatives. The month’s crime pattern is further shaped by the transition into the winter season, with events like Black Friday affecting shoplifting rates and vehicle crime, while the reduced foot traffic in rural areas may have contributed to lower burglary incidents. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local geography, seasonal rhythms, and the broader socio-economic context of South Gloucestershire.

The balance between property and violent crime in November 2023 reveals a distinct pattern: violent crimes (641 incidents) slightly outnumbered property crimes (592 incidents), a shift that may reflect seasonal dynamics such as darker evenings and increased social activity. Among the most significant month-on-month changes was a 40% rise in vehicle crime, which jumped from 70 to 98 incidents. This increase could be linked to the end of the Black Friday shopping period, which often sees vehicles targeted in car parks and high-traffic areas. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 23%, with 67 incidents reported compared to 87 in October, a drop consistent with reduced holiday-related opportunities for such crimes. Violent crime, though still the largest category, remained 19% below the UK average (2.1 per 1,000 vs 2.6 per 1,000), suggesting that local factors—such as the area’s mix of suburban and rural environments—may contribute to its relatively lower rates of violent incidents. Residents may find the 75% increase in theft from the person, from 4 to 7 incidents, particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a small but significant uptick in targeted crimes in public spaces.

South Gloucestershire's crime rate in November 2023 dropped by 6.8% compared to the previous month, falling to 5.2 per 1,000 residents from 5.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area, where crime rates often moderate during late autumn as seasonal activities shift. On a daily basis, the local area saw an average of 53 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while providing a snapshot of daily risk, must be contextualised within the broader monthly pattern. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents, a measure that reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure rate, when scaled against the local population of 306,332, underscores that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. However, the rate remains sensitive to seasonal fluctuations, particularly around events such as Bonfire Night and the end of the Black Friday shopping period, which can temporarily influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and theft.