South Gloucestershire Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked a continuation of South Gloucestershire’s trend toward lower crime rates, with an overall figure of 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents—23.9% below the UK average. This performance aligns with the area’s character as a mixed urban-rural district, where infrastructure, community policing, and seasonal factors may collectively contribute to reduced criminal activity. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.6% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (9.8%) and anti-social behaviour (9.2%). These figures reflect the influence of local dynamics, such as the presence of retail hubs that drive shoplifting and the potential impact of winter months on public safety. Seasonal context further suggests that February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have limited opportunities for certain crimes, though the dominance of violent offences indicates ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal conflicts. The UK comparison underscores that South Gloucestershire’s lower crime rate is not uniform across all categories; while property crimes like shoplifting are significantly below the national average, public order and robbery remain areas of concern. This duality highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as those with elevated public order issues or limited surveillance. As the area transitions into spring, local authorities may need to monitor shifts in crime patterns, particularly as increased foot traffic and outdoor activity could influence both property and violent crime trends.

Despite an overall decline in crime, certain categories in South Gloucestershire remain higher than the UK average. Public order offences, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, are 14% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, suggesting increased tensions in public spaces that may warrant closer attention. Similarly, robbery rates are 25% above the UK average, with 14 incidents reported. These figures contrast with significant decreases in other areas: bicycle theft fell by 46.7% (from 15 to 8), and possession of weapons dropped by 46.2% (from 13 to 7). The crime mix also reveals a stark dominance of violent crimes, which constitute 42.6% of all reported incidents—well above the UK average for this category. Residents are advised to be mindful of public order issues and robbery risks, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during late-night hours.

South Gloucestershire's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 13.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.9. This decline positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in the UK, with a crime rate 23.9% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 56 crimes each day, translating to one reported crime for every 196 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the relatively low frequency of crime compared to the UK average, though residents should remain vigilant in areas where specific categories—such as public order and robbery—exceed national benchmarks. The population context further underscores that South Gloucestershire’s lower crime rate is consistent with its status as a mixed urban-rural district, where community engagement and infrastructure may contribute to crime prevention efforts.