Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant crime category in Kingswood and Fishponds, accounting for 40.7% of all reported crimes in November 2023. This figure, at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, matches the UK average for this category, suggesting no significant divergence in violent crime trends compared to the national picture. The area’s overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents places it 16% below the UK average of 7.5, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile than the national benchmark. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, is 33% below the UK average, potentially linked to local initiatives or community engagement efforts that have mitigated disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings—may have influenced crime patterns, with shoplifting and criminal damage likely driven by increased foot traffic and reduced visibility. Property crimes, though lower than violent crimes, remain a notable category, with shoplifting (85 incidents) and criminal damage (96 incidents) accounting for 18.3% of total reports. The built-up nature of Kingswood and Fishponds, with its mix of residential and commercial areas, may contribute to the prominence of retail-related offences, while the proximity to transport hubs could explain the relatively low rates of vehicle crime compared to the UK average. This data underscores a combination of local geography, seasonal activity, and policing strategies, with the area maintaining a safer-than-average profile despite the challenges posed by November’s unique dynamics.

Month-on-month analysis reveals a mixed picture in November 2023. Violence and sexual offences remained stable, but shoplifting increased by 16.4% (73 to 85 incidents), possibly linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Criminal damage and arson rose by 20%, with 96 incidents recorded, potentially influenced by Bonfire Night events and darker evenings. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 40% (15 to 9 incidents), which may reflect seasonal changes in cycling activity or improved security measures. Theft from the person dropped by 33.3% (6 to 4 incidents), suggesting a reduction in opportunistic crimes during peak shopping hours. Anti-social behaviour, at 109 incidents, remained 33% below the UK average, highlighting a consistent trend in lower disorderly conduct compared to national figures. Possession of weapons increased by 42.9% (7 to 10 incidents), a sharp rise that could indicate localized tensions or increased reporting. Public order offences also declined by 27.9% (122 to 88 incidents), linked to targeted policing efforts or community-led interventions. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with certain categories responding strongly to seasonal factors while others reflect broader, sustained trends.

The crime rate in Kingswood and Fishponds dropped slightly to 6.3 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, a 2.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4. This small decline, though modest, aligns with the area’s historically lower-than-average crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 33 crimes per day in November, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 159 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic, while useful for understanding the scale of crime, should be considered alongside the area’s population of 156,958, which means absolute numbers are distributed across a large community. The comparison to the UK average highlights Kingswood and Fishponds’ effectiveness in maintaining a safer environment, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, where rates are below national benchmarks. However, the rise in possession of weapons and criminal damage underscores the need for targeted strategies in these specific areas. These figures, when contextualized within the local population and seasonal factors, provide a nuanced picture of safety that balances both progress and persistent challenges.