South Gloucestershire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, South Gloucestershire's crime rate stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, 30.7% below the UK average of 7.5. The balance between property and violent crime revealed a notable shift: violent crimes (641 incidents) slightly outnumbered property crimes (592 incidents), a contrast to seasonal patterns typically dominated by property offences. This imbalance may partly reflect the timing of November, which includes Bonfire Night and Black Friday, events that historically correlate with increased violence and retail-related theft. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all crimes, a category where South Gloucestershire's rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 19% below the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of lower violent crime in the area. Anti-social behaviour (10.4% of total crimes) and shoplifting (10.0%) were the next most common categories, with both significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of November—shorter days, colder weather, and commercial events—likely influenced these patterns, though the exact interplay of factors remains complex. The area's mix of urban and rural communities may also contribute to this balance, with retail hubs driving shoplifting while suburban areas experiencing fewer violent incidents. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both local characteristics and national trends, with South Gloucestershire maintaining a relatively low crime rate compared to the UK as a whole.

November 2023 saw distinct shifts in crime trends, with theft from the person increasing by 75% (4 to 7 incidents) and vehicle crime rising by 40% (70 to 98). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping, which could have heightened opportunities for theft, and the onset of colder weather, which might influence vehicle-related crimes. Conversely, burglary fell by 23% (87 to 67), reflecting improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the month. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 21.3% (211 to 166), a decline that could be attributed to shorter evenings and reduced public gatherings in November. South Gloucestershire's violent crime rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 19% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's demographic profile or effective policing strategies. The sharp rise in theft from the person, while statistically significant, remains a low-volume category (7 incidents), suggesting isolated incidents rather than a widespread issue. These findings highlight the importance of monitoring seasonal fluctuations and tailoring community safety initiatives to address emerging patterns.

South Gloucestershire's crime rate in November 2023 (5.2 per 1,000) was 6.8% lower than the previous month's rate of 5.6, indicating a modest but measurable decline. This reduction aligns with broader UK trends of lower crime rates in autumn months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 53 crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the scale of local activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 191 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places South Gloucestershire among the safer local authority areas in the UK. With a population of 306,332, the area's crime statistics must be interpreted through a lens of density and community structure: while urban centres may see higher concentrations of certain offences, the overall low rate suggests effective crime prevention measures or a demographic profile that inherently reduces criminal activity. The comparison to the UK average (7.5 per 1,000) underscores South Gloucestershire's relative safety, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which were 52% and 9% below national levels respectively. This data provides a useful benchmark for residents, illustrating that while local challenges exist, the area's crime profile is broadly favourable compared to the rest of the country.