Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

March 2024 presented a mixed crime picture for Kingswood and Fishponds, with some categories showing sharp increases while others remained stable. The overall crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents was 7.8% below the UK average, a figure that highlights the area’s relatively lower levels of criminal activity compared to the rest of the country. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 45.6% of all reported incidents, significantly above the UK average for this category. This may be influenced by the area’s urban character, where higher population density and social interactions can contribute to such offences. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, rose by 29.2% month-on-month, a change that could be linked to the transition to spring and increased outdoor activity. Public order offences saw a 36.6% increase, reflecting the impact of longer evenings and the start of the school term. Meanwhile, property crimes remained relatively low, with shoplifting and burglary both below UK averages. The seasonal context of March—marking the shift to spring and the change to British Summer Time—may have influenced patterns, with some crimes likely tied to increased foot traffic in public spaces. However, the stability in overall crime rates suggests that local policing and community initiatives may be mitigating broader trends, though residents should remain aware of the specific rises in public order and anti-social behaviour.

March 2024 saw a 36.6% increase in public order offences, from 82 to 112, marking the most significant upward shift in the area’s crime profile. This rise aligns with the transition to spring, as longer evenings may have increased public space activity. Vehicle crime also surged by 31.4%, with 67 incidents reported—up from 51 in February, a change that may reflect seasonal patterns in car-related theft or increased traffic. Anti-social behaviour rose by 29.2% to 146 cases, a trend that could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and higher population density. Violence and sexual offences remained 24% above the UK average, though no other category exceeded the national rate. Residents should be particularly vigilant in public spaces, where public order and anti-social behaviour incidents have grown sharply.

Kingswood and Fishponds maintained a stable crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents in March 2024, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency contrasts with the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, positioning the area 7.8% below national levels. Locally, 36 crimes were reported daily on average, a figure that, while routine, reflects the built-up nature of the area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 140 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the density of the population. Compared to the UK, the area’s lower violent crime rate—despite a 24% above UK average for violence and sexual offences—suggests a unique balance between community dynamics and policing efforts. The stability in overall crime rates, despite fluctuations in specific categories, indicates that local factors may be counteracting broader national trends.