Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kingswood and Fishponds, a built-up area within South Gloucestershire, recorded a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents in August 2024, placing it 1.2% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This marginal difference, though statistically significant, reflects a combination of local conditions and broader national patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.7% of all reported incidents, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 23%. This concentration of violent crime may be attributed to the area’s proximity to major transport hubs and its role as a commuter belt, which can amplify interactions in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 14.6% of incidents, but this category was 17% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or lower levels of disorder in certain neighbourhoods. Shoplifting and public order offences also stood out, with both categories significantly above their respective UK averages. These trends are likely influenced by August’s seasonal dynamics: the peak of the tourist season, which can increase foot traffic in retail areas, and the emptying of homes during holidays, which may heighten burglary risks. While the overall rate remained close to the UK average, the prominence of violent crime and the sharp increases in specific categories indicate areas for targeted intervention. The data also highlights the importance of contextual factors—such as the area’s built-up nature and seasonal rhythms—in shaping local crime patterns, rather than purely demographic or economic variables. This suggests that strategies addressing high-impact crimes like violence and shoplifting, while leveraging the seasonal lull in burglary, could yield meaningful improvements in public safety.

August 2024 saw a striking 114.3% increase in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 7 to 15. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect the seasonal influx of tourists or residents taking advantage of the summer months. Concurrently, vehicle crime rose by 48.0%, from 50 to 74, a jump that aligns with the area’s built-up nature and potential for parking-related vulnerabilities. In contrast, several categories showed declines: possession of weapons fell by 28.6%, criminal damage and arson dropped by 28.2%, and burglary decreased by 17.8%. These reductions, particularly in burglary, may be linked to August’s peak holiday season, when homes are more likely to be unoccupied. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents, significantly above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This disparity highlights a local challenge that persists despite national trends, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas such as public spaces or nightlife hubs.

Kingswood and Fishponds recorded a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents in August 2024, marking a 4.4% increase from July’s 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area 1.2% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a narrow margin that suggests local factors may be influencing trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 42 crimes per day, a figure that, while not directly comparable to national averages, offers insight into the pace of activity within this built-up South Gloucestershire community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 120 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to population size. This statistic, while not indicative of daily risk, provides a broader context for understanding how crime is distributed across the area. The slight upward trend in overall crime, combined with the specific increases in vehicle crime and bicycle theft, may reflect seasonal shifts such as increased foot traffic during August’s peak holiday period.