Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kingswood and Fishponds recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 in March 2023, placing the area 25% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels, a position the area has maintained for several years. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.3%) and public order offences (9.7%). These figures align with the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone, where community density may contribute to both higher rates of interpersonal disputes and lower levels of severe violent crime. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and the lengthening of evenings, may have influenced the distribution of crimes, particularly in public spaces where anti-social behaviour and public order issues are more likely to occur. The relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the UK average suggests that local initiatives, such as community policing or social programmes, may be contributing to a safer environment. However, the persistent presence of property crimes, including vehicle crime and shoplifting, indicates areas for continued focus. The overall crime rate remains stable, but the types of crime reported highlight the need for targeted interventions in specific sectors, such as retail and public spaces.

March 2023 saw a stark rise in theft from the person, with incidents increasing by 300% from 1 to 4. This sharp jump, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the typically low frequency of such crimes in the area. Concurrently, drug-related offences rose by 71.4%, climbing from 7 to 12 cases, suggesting potential shifts in local patterns or increased reporting. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 25%, reaching 145 incidents—highlighting the need for community engagement in managing public spaces. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 18.8%, dropping to 82 cases from 101, possibly reflecting seasonal changes as evenings lengthen and outdoor activity shifts. The area’s violence and sexual offences rate of 1.9 per 1,000 remains 31% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be linked to the area’s mix of residential and commercial zones, where community cohesion appears to temper more severe incidents. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during late-night hours, where the recent spikes in theft and drug-related crimes may indicate emerging risks.

Kingswood and Fishponds maintained a stable crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 in March 2023, a 1.3% increase from February’s 5.6 per 1,000. This slight rise, however, does not reflect significant shifts in overall safety, as the area remains 25% below the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged 29 incidents per day, a figure that underscores the need for consistent community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 176 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area among the safer built-up regions in the UK. This statistic, while localised, offers context for residents: the likelihood of encountering crime in any given month is relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that the 890 total crimes reported were distributed across a community of 156,958, meaning the majority of residents are not directly affected by criminal activity. This balance between local and national data helps frame the area’s crime profile as one of relative stability, even with minor fluctuations.