Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kingswood and Fishponds maintained a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents in August 2025, placing it 13.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance contrasts with the national trend, where the built-up area’s violent crime rate (2.8 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) both sit significantly below their respective UK averages. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.8% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.1%) and public order incidents (9.2%). The area’s crime profile reflects its character as a mixed urban-suburban district within South Gloucestershire, where seasonal factors in August—such as increased tourism and empty homes during school holidays—may influence burglary risks. However, the local rate for burglary (0.3 per 1,000) is 11% above the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security during periods of reduced occupancy. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) remains 74% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with areas where car ownership is lower or parking infrastructure is more secure. The dominance of violent crime in the local breakdown highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-traffic public spaces, such as the town’s retail corridors and community hubs, which may act as focal points for disputes or alcohol-related incidents.

August 2025 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with theft from the person surging by 100% compared to July (0 to 3 incidents) and shoplifting rising by 54.3% (46 to 71). These increases may be linked to the summer holiday season, which typically brings more foot traffic to local businesses and public areas. Conversely, robbery fell by 47.6% (21 to 11), possibly reflecting reduced opportunities during August’s warmer weather or improved policing in high-risk zones. Vehicle crime dropped by 38.7% (31 to 19), a trend that aligns with the area’s lower car ownership rates compared to national averages. The local rate for shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) remains 21% below the UK average, a consistent pattern in areas with strong community engagement initiatives or retail security measures. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 18% below the UK average, suggesting effective local strategies in managing public disorder. The sharp rise in theft from the person, however, underscores a need for increased awareness campaigns around personal safety in crowded spaces, particularly near transport hubs and tourist attractions.

Kingswood and Fishponds’ crime rate in August 2025 (7.0 per 1,000) marked a 5.7% decline from July’s 7.4, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 35 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 143 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which typically sees one crime per 120 residents. The population context further highlights the area’s relative safety: with 156,958 residents, the 1,100 total crimes represent a manageable proportion of the local community. The previous month’s rate (7.4) and the current rate (7.0) illustrate a steady improvement, potentially influenced by sustained police presence or community-based crime prevention efforts. However, the 11% above-average burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) suggests persistent challenges in securing vacant properties during August’s school holidays. For residents, these figures offer a nuanced picture—while the overall environment is safer than most UK areas, targeted vigilance in property security and public spaces remains essential.