Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kingswood and Fishponds recorded a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, placing it 8.5% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, masks significant variations in crime distribution. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, contributing 40.7% of all reported crimes and sitting 12% above the UK average. This anomaly may be partly explained by the area’s proximity to major transport hubs and its role as a commuter belt within South Gloucestershire, where social interactions in public spaces could heighten exposure to such incidents. Public order offences, at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, were 48% above the UK average, linked to increased foot traffic during the summer months. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and drug-related crimes both fell below the UK average, with anti-social behaviour at 0.8 per 1,000 (43% below) and drug offences at 0.1 per 1,000 (52% below). This divergence suggests a combination of local policing strategies and seasonal factors. June, as the start of summer, typically sees a shift in crime patterns, with outdoor spaces becoming more frequented. However, the persistence of violent crime above the UK average indicates that targeted interventions may be necessary to address underlying causes, such as alcohol-fuelled disputes or unregulated public gatherings.

June saw a 50% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 12 to 18 cases—a sharp spike that contrasts with the overall stability in the area’s crime rate. This surge in robbery, combined with a 33.3% rise in 'other crime' and a 19.3% increase in public order offences, suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.7% of all crimes, remained 12% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 40% (from 5 to 3 cases), potentially reflecting heightened awareness or targeted policing efforts. Public order offences, at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, were 48% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 43% below average for anti-social behaviour. These divergent trends underscore the complexity of local crime dynamics, where some categories see marked improvements while others remain elevated.

Kingswood and Fishponds recorded a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, a marginal 1.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.6. This stability contrasts with broader seasonal patterns typically observed in similar areas, where summer months often see shifts in crime distribution. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 39 reported crimes, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 133 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric offers a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains lower than the UK average. The population context further highlights that the area’s crime rate is 8.5% below the UK average, suggesting systemic factors—such as community engagement initiatives or local policing strategies—may contribute to this sustained performance. However, the slight decline in anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences compared to May indicates that some interventions could be gaining traction, even as violent crime remains elevated in certain categories.