South Gloucestershire Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, South Gloucestershire's crime rate stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 27.6% below the UK average of 7.6. This relative safety is underscored by the dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 39.9% of all reported incidents, compared to 29.3% for property crimes. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, contributing 677 incidents, while anti-social behaviour followed with 203 cases. The area's performance against national benchmarks is particularly pronounced in categories like anti-social behaviour (37% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (55% below), though bicycle theft showed a rare exception with a 43% surplus. Seasonal factors in November—such as the darkness of evenings, the timing of Bonfire Night, and the commercial activity of Black Friday—likely influenced patterns, with retail-focused crimes potentially spiking during the latter part of the month. The lower-than-average rates for most categories suggest a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, or demographic characteristics that reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the concentration of violent offences may indicate underlying social dynamics or environmental factors that require targeted attention.

November 2024 saw a notable shift in crime dynamics, with violent crimes (39.9% of total) outpacing property crimes (29.3%). This imbalance may partly explain the area's 27.6% deficit against the UK average, as violent crime rates were 15% below the national figure. Month-on-month changes revealed sharp increases in burglary (33.8%) and theft from the person (+66.7%).8%. The spike in burglary could reflect heightened activity during Black Friday shopping, while the rise in theft from the person may be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas. Anti-social behaviour remained 37% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's community-oriented policing strategies or demographic characteristics.

South Gloucestershire's crime rate in November 2024 dropped to 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a 5.1% decrease from the previous month's 5.8. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November typically sees reduced outdoor activity and heightened community engagement around events like Bonfire Night. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 56 crimes, a figure that reflects local rhythms but remains below the UK average. Over the course of the month, 1-in-181 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. With a population of 306,332, the rate underscores the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks, though localised factors such as retail activity and seasonal events may still influence specific crime types. The drop in vehicle crime by 29.8% suggests a potential correlation with reduced traffic during the holiday season.